Artichoke Bread

Step 1

Preheat over to 350°F.

Step 2

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add garlic and sesame seeds.

Step 4

Sauté until lightly browned.

Step 5

Remove from heat and stir in artichoke, Monterey jack, parmesan and sour cream.

Step 6

Cut bread in half lengthwise.

Step 7

Scoop out center of each piece, leaving a 1 inch shell.

Step 8

Add approximately 1/2 of the removed bread pieces to the artichoke mixture.

Step 9

Stir to blend.

Step 10

Spoon artichoke mixture into french bread shells and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.

Step 11

Place on baking sheet and cover with foil.

Step 12

Bake for 25 minutes.

Step 13

Remove foil and bake 5 minutes more.

Step 14

Cool slightly and cut into slices.