Shelly's Recipe

CAJUN ARTICHOKE BALLS

Category: Hot

1 (6 oz) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped (reserve marinade)
1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, packed in water, drained and finely chopped
2 eggs
1 tbsp garlic juice
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 -1 tsp liquid smoke
1/2 tsp Tabasco
1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
3 oz grated Parmesan cheese

In a large bowl, beat eggs with reserved marinade and blend with garlic juice, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and Tabasco. Add artichokes and breadcrumbs. Form little balls and roll each ball in grated cheese. Refrigerate. Place on lightly greased baking sheet and bake in a 300 degree preheated oven 7 to 10 minutes. Serve immediately. Can be refrigerated for up to one week.