Artichoke Garlic Bread

• lb French baguette↗1 lb
• garlic cloves, minced↗6
• tablespoons sesame seeds↗2 tablespoons
• cup butter↗1⁄2 cup
• cups sour cream↗1 1⁄2 cups
• cups cubed monterey jack cheese↗2 cups
• cup grated parmesan cheese1⁄4 cup
• tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon
• teaspoons lemon pepper2 teaspoons
• (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and cut-up1
• cup shredded cheddar cheese↗1 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut the baguettes in half lengthwise.

2. 2

   Tear out the soft part of each half to form a shell, reserving the torn bread.

3. 3

   Saute the garlic and sesame seeds in butter in a skillet for 2 minutes or until tender ~ do not brown.

4. 4

   Add the torn bread to the garlic and saute until bread turns brown.

5. 5

   Remove from heat.

6. 6

   Add sour cream, Monterey Jack, Parmesan, parsley, lemon pepper and artichoke hearts and mix well.

7. 7

   Arrange bread shells on a baking sheet.

8. 8

   Fill with the artichoke mixture and sprinkle each half with Cheddar.

9. 9

   Bake at 350º for 30 minutes; cool slightly.

10. 10

    Cut into slices and serve.