Set oven at 3500
Have ready:
6 slices of ham
1 large can artichoke hearts, drained
TOPPING:
1/3 Cup buttered bread crumbs
~ OR ~
1/3 Cup grated Swiss & Parmesan cheese
CHEESE SAUCE:
In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt:
2 Tablespoons butter
Remove from heat and add, then stir:
2 Tablespoons flour
Add, little at a time, and whisk until smooth:
1 Cup of milk
Add:
4 oz. Cream Cheese
1/3 Cup grated Swiss & Parmesan cheese
Generous dash of cayenne pepper
Paprika
Place back over medium heat and stir constantly until sauce is thickened. Remove from heat and then mix in:
1 tablespoon dry Sherry
ASSEMBLE:
If the artichoke hearts are big then cut them in half lengthwise. Wrap two artichokes (or two halved artichokes) in a slice of ham. Arrange in a buttered baking dish with sides touching.
Pour sauce over all, sprinkle with topping mixture.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until brown and bubbly.
Two rolls make a generous main-dish serving.
Recipe can be doubled.