Artichoke Appetizers Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
Description:
These Artichoke Appetizers are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy winter gathering, a festive Christmas party, a joyous Hanukkah celebration, or a bountiful Thanksgiving feast. Bursting with savory flavors and a hint of spice, these delectable crescents will surely tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests craving for more!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup grated romano cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 garlic clove, minced
- 1-3 canned green chilies, chopped
- 1 (14 ounces) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded mozzarella cheese, grated romano cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic clove, chopped green chilies, and chopped artichoke hearts. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Prepare Crescents: Unroll the crescent dough and cut each triangle in half lengthwise, resulting in 32 smaller triangles.
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Fill Crescents: Spoon approximately 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of the prepared filling onto each crescent triangle.
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Roll Up: Starting from the wide end, roll up each crescent triangle towards the narrow point, enclosing the filling securely.
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Sprinkle with Parmesan: Place the rolled crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the tops of the crescents with grated parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the artichoke appetizers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. These savory crescents are best enjoyed warm and can be served as a delightful appetizer or a tasty snack.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 81.7
- Fat Content: 3.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.2mg
- Sodium Content: 139.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 3g
Recipe Notes:
- These Artichoke Appetizers are incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic, green chilies, or cheese according to your liking.
- For a spicier kick, you can add more chopped green chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the filling mixture.
- Serve these delicious crescents alongside your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce or garlic aioli, for an extra burst of flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
With their irresistible cheesy goodness and flavorful filling, these Artichoke Appetizers are sure to be a hit at your next gathering! Enjoy creating and savoring these delightful crescents with your loved ones.
