Vegetarian Artichoke and Basil Hero Sandwich (dairy)

Ingredients 1 cup fresh basil 1/3 cup olive oil (you can use vegetable oil) 2-3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon capers, drained 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 2-3 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard 1-2 garlic clove (peeled) 1 French bread (unsliced) 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped (can use more) 4-5 ounces sliced provolone cheese or mozzarella cheese (or to taste) 2 large firm tomatoes, thinly sliced 2 cups fresh spinach, torn in pieces (I purchase the prewashed bags of spinach for this or you can use lettuce in place of spinach)

Instructions

To make the basil/parmesan mixture (this mixture can be doubled if desired):
You’ll need to plan ahead as the basil/Parmesan mixture has to be prepared 8-24 hours in advance and chilled.
In a blender or food processor bowl combine fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, capers, wine vinegar, mustard and garlic cloves; process until almost smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 8-24 hours (overnight is better!).Cut the bread in half length wise.  Hollow out each half (leaving a 1/2-inch shell).  Spread the prepared basil mixture over each bread half, and then layer artichoke hearts (at this point you can add in cold cuts if desired) then provolone cheese, tomato then top with spinach.  Cover with the bread top.  Cut the sandwich crosswise into about 6-8 pieces.

Serving Size

Notes

If you prefer a heartier sandwich, you can substitute the cheese ingredients cold cuts (meat). The following ingredients, Fresh Basil, Artichoke Heart, and Fresh Spinach, are known to be insect infested. Please see "Special Instructions" listed below for details on how to inspect each of these for insect infestation.

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