Artichoke-Basil Spread

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Yield:
1 cup

Try this spread on our Artichoke and Salami Sandwiches, or as a dip for crudite and pita chips.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts in water, drained and quartered, or 1 package (10 ounces) frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and quartered

  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • ¼ teaspoon red-pepper flakes

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine artichokes, basil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and red-pepper flakes; pulse until smooth. Season with salt and pepper; pulse briefly to combine. Serve on a sandwich or with crackers or crudites. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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