Artichoke Hearts Au Gratin - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (14 ounce) cans artichoke hearts
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup flour, sifted
1 1/2 cups milk
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup grated swiss cheese
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs, finely crushed
1 teaspoon paprika

Preparation

Cut artichoke hearts into thin slices.
Saute artichokes and garlic in butter until tender.
Remove artichoke hearts to a shallow baking dish.
Stir seasonings and flour into remaining butter.
Slowly add milk, stirring constantly.
Cook over low heat until thickened.
Remove from heat.
Slowly add liquid to egg and 1/4 cup of the cheese.
Blend until smooth.
Pour sauce over artichoke hearts and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese, crumbs and paprika.
Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.