Artichoke Ring

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Oil a 4-cup ring mold and line with prosciutto slices crosswise, leaving 2-3 inches of prosciutto hanging over the edge of the mold for enclosing later.
3. 3
   Chop artichokes finely by hand or in a food processor.
4. 4
   In a skillet melt butter and saute onion and garlic until soft.
5. 5
   In a large bowl whisk the eggs lightly and add the cream, cheese, onion-garlic mixture and seasonings.
6. 6
   Stir in the chopped artichokes.
7. 7
   Pour the mixture carefully into the prosciutto-lined mold and fold over the overhanging prosciutto.
8. 8
   Place in a pan of hot water in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Unmold on a platter, sprinkle the parsley over all, and serve.