Pepper Jack-Artichoke Dip

A nice spice to a common dip

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 1 dish

Ingredients

• 2 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 10  ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
• 1⁄4 cup  breadcrumbs
•  red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
•  parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. Heat oven to 400°F In medium bowl, mix artichokes, mayonnaise and 2 cups of the cheese. Spread mixture in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
2. In small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the bread crumbs; sprinkle over artichoke mixture.
3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish with red bell pepper and parsley.
4. Serve with toasted bread rounds, tortilla chips, etc.