Artichoke Spread

Photo: flickr user naotakem

Ingredients

1 can Artichokes drained

1 cup Parmesan cheese

1 cup Mayo

dash Hot pepper sauce

dash Garlic powder

dash Lemon juice

Preparation

Rinse artichokes if they were marinated. Chop artichokes and mix with all other ingredients. Place in oven-proof dish. Top with paprika. Bake at 350 for 20-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Serve with crackers or cocktail rye bread.

Options from Maureen Brydone-Jack:Biscuit Option: Spread artichoke mixture on flattened Hungry Jack Biscuits. Bake 12-15 minutes at 400F, until golden and bubbly.

Green Onion Option: Make a mixture that substitutes 3 green onions, chopped, and 1 garlic clove, minced, for the artichoke hearts and bottled red pepper sauce.