Jim 2.0's Ridiculously Easy Artichoke Dip

INGREDIENTS:
1) Some canned artichoke hearts
2) A handful or two of shredded Parmesan cheese (Romano, Asiago or any blend of these is fine, too.)
3) A couple plops of mayonnaise

WHATCHA DO:
1) Open a couple cans of artichoke hearts, about one can for every three people or so.

2) Drain the artichoke hearts and give them a quick, rough chop with your knife, or a couple pulses in the food processor. You want to still be able to see pieces of artichoke, not a bunch of mush, so don't overdo it.

3) Put the hearts in a mixing bowl and add a plop or two of regular mayonnaise. You want to have enough mayo to hold the hearts together, but not so much that they're swimming in it -- about the same ratio you'd use if you were making tuna salad.

4) Add a handful or two of the shredded cheese. If you really, really like cheese, add a little more -- it won't hurt it.

5) Add a couple twists of fresh cracked pepper, if desired. Mix well.

6) Spoon the mixture into an oven-safe casserole dish and bake in a 400-degree oven for about 10-20 minutes or so -- until the top is a nice golden brown.

7) Serve with hearty wheat crackers, tortilla chips or crusty French bread.

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