Artichoke Foccacia Pizza with Wisconsin Parmesan Cheese
Courtesy of Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board 6 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 20-25 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered |
| 1 c. red bell pepper, chopped |
| 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Italian cheese blend |
| 1 c. (about 4 oz.) grated Parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley |
| 1/2 c. mayonnaise |
| 2 tsp. coarsely chopped garlic |
| 1 tsp. pepper |
| 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper |
| 1 (10 in.) focaccia bread, sliced in half horizontally |
| 2 Tbsp. olive oil |
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl, combine the artichokes, red pepper, cheese blend, 1/2 c. of the Parmesan cheese, parsley, mayonnaise, garlic, pepper, and cayenne; mix well.
2. Place the focaccia halves on a baking sheet. Sprinkle each half with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil and 1/4 c. of the Parmesan cheese.
3. Divide and spread the artichoke mixture on each focaccia half. Bake for 20 to 25 min. or until bubbly.
Wine Pairings:
Blush / Rosé, Blush Chablis, White Zinfandel