Provided by: An AARP member's mother.
Artichoke and Ham Casserole
Prepared by Thom Appleby!

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.