Onion Artichoke Tarts (appetizers)

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Onion Artichoke Tarts (appetizers)

 

These a yummmy and go quickly.

 

2 small jars marinated artichoke hearts

1 cup finely chopped onion

1 clove garlic, minced

5 eggs

1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Dash hot pepper sauce or to taste

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar works great)

 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

Drain the artichokes, reserving 1/3 cup of the marinade.

Chop artichokes into small pieces; set aside.

In small saucepan over medium heat, heat reserved marinade.

Add onion and garlic; cook approximately 5 minutes or until softened and liquid

is absorbed (don't let the garlic brown).

In large bowl, beat eggs; stir in onion mixture, bread crumbs, salt, pepper,

oregano, and hot pepper sauce.

Blend in cheddar cheese; stir in artichoke pieces.

Spoon mixture into a well-greased non-stick small tart tins or mini muffin tins.

NOTE: The tarts can be hard to remove from the tins if not well-greased (even in

non-stick tins).

Bake for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until set.

Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack before removing from the pans.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Let come to room temperature before serving.

Makes about 3 dozen.