Cheddar Artichoke Quiche Cup

Cheddar Artichoke Quiche Cups

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at www.tasteofhome.com.

Santa himself couldn’t resist sampling these savory bites chockfull of artichokes, onion and cheese.  They’re at the top of my family’s list for every holiday gathering.  And whether I serve them hot or cold, there are never any left.

Cheddar Artichoke Quiche Cup Recipe

Cheddar Artichoke Quiche Cups

2 jars 7 ½ oz. each) marinated artichokes hearts

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

4 eggs, beaten

¼ cup dry bread crumbs

¼ tsp. ground mustard

1/8 tsp. pepper

1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce

2 cups (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley

Drain artichokes, reserving half the marinade.  Chop artichokes; set aside.  In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in reserved marinade until tender; set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, mustard, oregano, pepper and hot pepper sauce.  Stir in the cheese, parsley, reserved artichoke and onion mixture.

Fill miniature muffins cups three fourths full.  Bake at 325 F. for 15-17 minutes or until set.  Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire racks.  Serve warm.  Refrigerate leftovers.     4 dozen

(Recipe for Cheddar Artichoke Quiche Cups  was on tasteofhome.com/Recipes – 2012)

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