Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and sesame seeds; cook,
stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
Remove from heat.
Stir in artichoke hearts and next 3 ingredients.
Cover mixture, and refrigerate, if desired.
If refrigerated, let mixture stand at room temperature
10 min. before assembling.

Cut bread in half lengthwise.
Scoop out center of each half, leaving a 1" shell;
set shells aside. Crumble removed pieces of bread,
and stir into artichoke mixture.
Spoon evenly into shells, and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
Place each half on a baking sheet, and cover with aluminum foil.
Bake at 350°, 25 min.; uncover and bake 5 min.
or until cheese melts. Cut into slices.
Yield: 12 servings.