Panera Bread Artichoke Crostini

Submitted by Burgundy Damsel

"From a Panera recipe card."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• Topping

• 15 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup flat leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
• 1 lemon, zest of
• 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded (optional)

• Crostini

• 1 loaf panera bread asiago cheese bread, sliced 1-inch thick
• 1 large garlic clove, halved lengthwise

directions

1. Place all topping ingredients in the food processor and pulse until combined.
2. Place a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil and place in the hot skillet. Toast for 2 minutes, turning often, until browned and firm.
3. Rub cut side of garlic on bread toasts to infuse a subtle flavor. Top each piece of toast with a heaping tablespoon of topping. Serve immediately.