Appetizer: Artichoke Nibbles

By Karen-9

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 tsp. vegetable oil
• 2 jars (6.5 oz.) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 4 eggs
• 2 Tbls. minced parsley
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/8 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce
• 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 10 crackers)

Preparation

Step 1

In small skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in artichokes. Remove from heat. Set aside.

In large bowl, whisk eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano and hot pepper sauce. Stir in cheese, cracker crumbs and artichoke mixture.

Pour into greased 11 x 7 x 2 baking dish. Bake uncovered at 325 for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm.