LOW CARB HOT ARTICHOKE DIP

2 medium leeks, sliced thin

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cans (14-oz each) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped

2 cups light mayonnaise (Do not use regular mayonnaise or cook on high or the dip will separate)

1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese + additional for garnish

1 tsp lemon-pepper 

Fresh Veggies and/or whole grain pita chips for dipping

Yield: 15 cups

In a large skillet cook the leeks in hot olive oil over medium heat until tender. Transfer leeks to a slow cooker. Stir in the artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, sweet pepper, the 1 cup of Parmesan cheese and lemon-pepper.

Place lid on cooker, cook on low setting 3 to 4 hours until cheese is melted and the dip is heated through.

To serve, stir the dip  and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.

Keep warm on low or warm setting for 1 hour.

Per a serving of 1/4 cup dip and 1 cup fresh veggies: 146 calories, 11g fat (3g sat), 14 mg cholesterol, 373 mg sodium, 10 g carbs, 3g fiber, 4 g protein

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