Ingredients

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

1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 

2 tablespoons light mayonnaise 

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 

1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes 

Coarse salt and ground pepper 

Preparation

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.