Monster Snack: Open-Faced Calzones with Spinach and Artichokes

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1 box chopped spinach, 10 ounces

1 loaf ciabatta bread, (flat, rectangular or oval shaped Italian bread, 12 to 14 inches long and 8 inches wide – substitute focaccia loaf if ciabatta is not available to you)

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

2 cups ricotta cheese

2 cloves garlic, chopped

3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, a handful

1/4 cup grated Parmigiano or Reggiano, a generous handful

1 can artichokes, drained and sliced

Salt and pepper

2 cups shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blend available on dairy aisle in sacks

The Big Dipper: Simple Marinara Dipping Sauce, recipe follows, optional

The Big Dipper: Simple Marinara Dipping Sauce:

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon anchovy paste, optional but recommended

1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

Salt and pepper