Artichoke−Parmesan Phyllo Bites

ItalianVegetarianIntermediate14 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 3 each ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
  • 0.8 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 10 sheets frozen phyllo pastry, thawed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain artichoke hearts, reserving marinade; set marinade aside.

  2. 2

    Position knife blade in food processor bowl; add artichoke hearts, 1/2 cup cheese and garlic.

  3. 3

    Pulse 4 times or until artichoke hearts are finely chopped.

  4. 4

    Place 1 phyllo sheet on wax paper (keep remaining phyllo covered).

  5. 5

    Lightly brush phyllo sheet with oil portion of reserved marinade; sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of remaining cheese.

  6. 6

    Top with another phyllo sheet; brush lightly with oil portion of reserved marinade.

  7. 7

    Cut phyllo sheet in half lengthwise.

  8. 8

    Cut each half crosswise into thirds, making 6 sections, each measuring approximately 6 x 5 inches.

  9. 9

    Place a heaping teaspoon of artichoke mixture in center of each phyllo section.

  10. 10

    Gather corners of phyllo over filling, and gently twist to close.

  11. 11

    Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.

  12. 12

    Repeat procedure with remaining phyllo sheets, marinade, cheese and artichoke mixture.

  13. 13

    Bake at 350 degrees F for 14 minutes or until golden.

  14. 14

    Serve immediately.

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