Total Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 2-4

Ingredients:

• 1 can artichoke hearts, drained
• 1 lb chevre goat cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup pecorino, grated
• 1 tbsp parsley
• 1 tbsp chives
• 1/2 tbsp basil
• Sea saltand black pepper to taste
• Dash of cayenne pepper

Directions:

1. In a food processor, mix all ingredients except pecorino until well incorporated and creamy
2. Top with freshly grated pecorino
3. Serve with an assortment of vegetables

Artichokes: This amazing plant is loaded with antioxidants.  They’re also high in fiber and help reduce cholesterol levels. Artichoke leaf extracts can help increase “good” cholesterol while decreasing the bad.