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Stuffed Artichoke Crown Appetizers
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Stuffed Artichoke Crown Appetizers
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

An easy, sophisticated and delicious appetizer for casual or elegant gatherings.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, French, Mediterranean
Ingredients
  • 1 10 oz can of artichoke bottoms drained and blotted with paper towel; if artichokes do not sit level, trim the bottom
  • 1 package of herb and garlic flavored cheese spread at room temperature
  • 4 oz shredded white cheddar cheese
  • Chives for garnish cut about 2 inches long
Method
  1. Preheat oven to low broil, with rack set second from top slot. In a small bowl, blend all cheeses.

  2. Place teaspoons of cheese mix into artichoke bottoms, pressing gently to form a smooth, rounded top.

  3. Space stuffed artichokes about 2 inches apart on a sheet pan.
  4. Broil for 6 minutes, checking after 4 minutes for burning. The cheese mixture should look lightly browned.
  5. Remove and cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with chives in an X pattern, or other creative and attractive manner.
Recipe Notes

Serve warm with Champagne, white wine, French rosé, or your favorite beverage.

Makes about 10 stuffed artichoke crowns, serving 4 as an appetizer.