"Spicy Artichoke

• (8 ounce) package cream cheese↗1

  softened

• parmesan cheese↗1 cup

  freshly grated

• jalapenos↗4

  seeded, finely chopped

• (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts1

  drained, reserve marinade

• Tabasco sauce, green jalapeno sauce↗2 teaspoons
• kosher salt↗

  to taste

• fresh ground pepper↗

  to taste

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Use a food processor with metal blade to finely grate Parmesan cheese.

2. 2

   Add the cream cheese, mixing well.

3. 3

   Transfer cheese mixture to a mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Chop jalapeño peppers in processor, add drained artichoke hearts and process just until coarsely chopped.

5. 5

   Add artichoke/jalapeño mixture and the jalapeño sauce to cheese mixture.

6. 6

   Mix well.

7. 7

   If needed, add small amount of additional marinade to obtain desired consistency.

8. 8

   Salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Refrigerate until ready to serve.

10. 10

    Serve with a variety of crackers or chips.

11. 11

    Makes 16 servings or yields 2 cups.

12. 12

    Nutrition Facts (per 2 tablespoon serving): 82.8 calories; 72% calories from fat; 6.8g total fat; 21.1mg cholesterol; 151.4mg sodium; 70.6mg potassium; 2.0g carbohydrates; 0.7g fiber; 0.2g sugar; 1.4g net carbs; 3.9g protein.