Artichoke and Basil Hero
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Capers add a spark to the basil pesto on this sophisticated meatless sandwich.


Artichoke and Basil Hero

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Servings: Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Total Time: 30 mins
Related Categories: Artichokes, Lunch Sandwiches, Vegetarian Sandwiches
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  cup
    fresh basil
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  • 1/3  cup
    olive oil or salad oil
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  • 2  tablespoons
    grated Parmesan cheese
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  • 1  tablespoon
    capers, drained
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  • 1  tablespoon
    white wine vinegar
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  • 2  teaspoons
    Dijon-style mustard
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  • 1  clove
    garlic, quartered
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  • 1  16-ounce loaf
    unsliced French bread
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  • 1  14-ounce can
    artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
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  • 4  ounces
    sliced provolone cheese
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  • 1  medium
    tomato, thinly sliced
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  • 2  cups
    torn fresh spinach
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Directions
1.
In a blender container or food processor bowl combine the basil, oil, Parmesan cheese, capers, vinegar, mustard, and garlic. Cover; blend or process until nearly smooth. Set aside.
2.
Cut bread in half lengthwise. Hollow out each half, leaving a 1-inch shell. (Save bread crumbs for another use.) Spread the basil mixture over each bread half. On the bottom half, layer artichoke hearts, provolone cheese, tomato, and spinach. Cover with bread top. Cut sandwich crosswise into 6 to 8 pieces. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Make ahead tip
Prepare basil mixture; transfer to small bowl or jar. Cover and chill up to 24 hours.
Nutrition information
Calories 413, Total Fat 21 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 738 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 24%, Vitamin C 18%, Calcium 37%, Iron 22%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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