Ingredients

4 artichokes , steamed and cooled, outer leaves removed and choke removed from heart

1 - 2 teaspoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

Table salt and ground black pepper

8 slices Italian bread or French bread, sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 large clove garlic , peeled

Preparation

1.

  1. Mash the artichoke hearts and stems with a fork. Stir in lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. (Can be covered and kept at room temperature up to 3 hours.)

2.

  2. Grill or broil bread on both sides. Rub one side with a peeled garlic clove. Spread the artichoke mixture on the toast. Serve immediately.