Bruschetta is typically made with tomatoes, but this one is made with artichokes and several cheeses topped with fresh tomatoes, chopped scallions and Parmesan cheese.
14 oz. can marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1/2 c. grated Romano cheese
8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
1 c. grated Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c. fresh chopped basil
1/2 t. coarse salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. finely chopped red onion
1 c. mayonnaise
1 French baguette, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
shaved Parmesan cheese, for garnish
chopped scallions and fresh tomato slices, for garnish
Preheat broiler to high.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; blend in the mayonnaise, chopped artichoke hearts, basil, salt, pepper, garlic, Romano cheese, Mozzarella cheese, and red onion. Mix until smooth.
Spoon a generous amount on each baguette slice, spreading all the way to the edges.
Arrange bruschetta on a baking sheet; broil 2 - 3 minutes or until the topping is bubbly and starting to turn golden brown.
Garnish with tomato slices, chopped scallions and shaved Parmesan cheese, for garnish. Salt and pepper, to taste, if desired.
10 servings