Like Cibo'S Artichoke Lemon Pesto (Nut-Free)

• Pesto
• 12 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, hearts coarsely chopped
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• cracked black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
• Garnish
• lemon slice
• 1 sprig fresh parsley

1. Note: all amounts given for ingredients are estimated. Yield is estimated.
2. Pesto: Place all pesto ingredients except for the 1 tablespoon of parsley in a food processor and puree on the PULSE setting to the consistency of standard pesto.
3. Transfer to a non-reactive container, stir in 1 tablespoon fresh parsley and cover with a lid. Best prepared at least 3 hours in advance.
4. Before serving, adjust seasonings. Transfer pesto to a platter.
5. Garnish top of the pesto with lemon slices and a fresh parsley sprig.
6. Serve at room temperature.

pesto, hearts, freshly grated parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, red pepper, extra virgin olive oil, cracked black pepper, fresh parsley, lemon slice, parsley

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/like-cibos-artichoke-lemon-pesto-nut-free-372343 (may not work)