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Friday, September 17, 2010
Artichoke Spinach Spread
Great For the Sunday Football Crowd!
This quick and easy recipe is perfect for your family and guests. Serve with tortilla chips, baguette or some pita bread.
This quick and easy recipe is perfect for your family and guests. Serve with tortilla chips, baguette or some pita bread.
ARTICHOKE SPINACH SPREAD
1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach,
thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 jar (14.75 oz.) CARA MIA marinated artichoke hearts,
drained and chopped.
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients; mix well. Spoon into a microwave-safe 9-inch pie plate and heat in the microwave (80% power) for 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
Serves 5-6
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Artichoke Fun Fact
In full growth, an artichoke plant can spread 9 feet in diameter and stand five feet tall.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Artichoke Vinaigrette
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Trired of the same old dressings? This artichoke vinaigrette goes great on crisp iceberg lettuce, romaine, mixed greens and spinach.
2 (6.5 oz.) jars CARA MIA Marinated Artichoke Hearts
1 (2 ounce) jar sliced pimientos, drained
1/4 cup STAR white wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. chopped sweet pickle
1 Tbsp. sweet pickle syrup
1/4 tsp. oregano, crumbled
1/4 tsp. basil, crumbled
Turn artichokes and marinade into glass bowl. Add pimientos, vinegar, pickle and pickle syrup and herbs, and mix lightly. Chill 30 minutes or longer to blend flavors. Serve over crisp lettuce.
Serves 4.
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