Hot Artichoke Dip

[Farm-fresh artichokes - market in South of France]

Here I am on a tropical island deprived of hearty baked foods of the cold season, and dreaming of warm pitta bread dipped in oven-baked artichoke dip. If it makes you salivate, try out this simple recipe passed on to me a handful of years ago. You should have everything at hand to surprise your beloved this Valentine's Day.

(Rita, this entry is dedicated to you. Lotsa love from me to you in Baltimore.)

Hot Artichoke Dip
Recipe by Annie Stoyanoff, CBS, Portage, Michigan.

What you need:
1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 cups mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)
2 cups freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 10 oz. chopped spinach, drained
Garlic to taste
Paprika to garnish

How you do it:
Mix all ingredients, place in shallow dish, and sprinkle with Paprika.
Bake at 350F for 20-30 minutes until bubbly and brown.
Serve with chips, pita bread wedges or Wasa rye crisp.