This recipe can be used as a side for your Christmas buffet or as an appetizer!

Artichoke Bread

Ingredients

1 — 11 oz. tube refrigerated crusty French loaf
1 — 14 oz. can water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions

~Bake loaf according to package directions; cool. Cut bread in half lengthwise; place on an ungreased baking sheet.

~In a small bowl, combine the artichokes, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic; spread evenly over cut sides of bread. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

~Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes (or until cheese is melted).

~Serve warm.

~Makes 12 servings.