Artichoke Canapes

This is my sister Penelope's recipe for an easy to serve and very tasty canape. She puts a minced clove of garlic in the mix. I did not. She also adds oregano, whereas I simply used seasoned breadcrumbs and a smoked cheddar to add flavour. 

These puppies can be served at room temperature. The ones you see below are freezer bound for later use.

Ingredients:

• 1 large tin (398 ml) of artichoke hearts chopped, or a couple of smaller tins. Do not use pickled artichokes 
• 3 beaten eggs
• 2 cups grated cheese (I happened to use smoked cheddar)
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs 
• 1 small onion chopped finely
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• minced garlic (optional)
• additional seasonings (optional)

Methods: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9 by 9 inch baking tin with parchment paper.

Saute the onions in a couple of tablespoons of butter, then set them aside to cool as you compile the rest of the ingredients. 

Beat 3 eggs lightly in a medium-sized bowl, then add the grated cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped artichokes and finally the onions. Mix thoroughly and turn into the baking pan, spreading the mixture evenly in the pan. 

Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until the surface of the dish is lightly browned. Cool and cut into squares for serving.