Panera Bread Artichoke Crostini

From a Panera recipe card.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 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.