Fried Artichoke Hearts

Submitted by Louisa from MT

"This is the perfect appetizer for Easter Sunday dinner, or any other spring time meal. Easy, yet attractive and flavorful."

Ingredients:
two 10 oz. pkgs. frozen artichoke hearts, thawed or 1 can artichoke hearts, drained
1 -cup flour
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
? cup grated Romano cheese
? tsp. salt
? tsp. paprika
1 cup vegetable or canola oil

Directions:
1. Pat the artichokes dry with paper towels. Dredge each artichoke heart in flour, in beaten eggs, then in seasoned breadcrumbs mixed with cheese, salt and paprika.

2. Set aside until all artichokes are breaded.

3. Heat oil in large skillet and fry artichokes, a few at a time, until golden brown on all sides. Remove to a paper towel lined platter.

4. Serve with Lemon Oregano Mayonnaise (Recipe on this site).

Groups:
Side Dish, Fried, Appetizer, Easter, Holiday

Preparation Time:
15 mins

Cooking Time:
30 mins

Servings:
4