Artichoke−Parmesan Phyllo Bites
Ingredients:
3 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 clove garlic, minced
10 sheets frozen phyllo pastry, thawed
Drain artichoke hearts, reserving marinade; set marinade aside.
Position knife blade in food processor bowl; add artichoke hearts, 1/2 cup cheese and garlic. Pulse 4 times or until artichoke hearts are finely
chopped. Set aside.
Place 1 phyllo sheet on wax paper (keep remaining phyllo covered).
Lightly brush phyllo sheet with oil portion of reserved marinade; sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of remaining cheese. Top with another phyllo
sheet; brush lightly with oil portion of reserved marinade. Cut phyllo sheet in half lengthwise.
Cut each half crosswise into thirds, making 6 sections, each measuring approximately 6 x 5 inches.
Place a heaping teaspoon of artichoke mixture in center of each phyllo section. Gather corners of phyllo over filling, and gently twist to close.
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Repeat procedure with
remaining phyllo sheets, marinade, cheese and artichoke mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 14 minutes or until golden.
Serve immediately. Makes 30.
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