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Artichoke Dip with Parmesan

Artichoke hearts are readily available in cans and jars in many countries, and are increasingly used in the making of snack dips. Many national chain restaurants in the USA have some variety of artichoke dip, which is usually mayonnaise-based. One easy variation on the creamy artichoke dip is jokingly called the Artichoke Heart Attack, owing to the amount of mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese it contains. As an "equal parts" recipe, this is especially amenable to whipping up at the last minute for a party. Because the recipe consists of a mayonnaise base to which other ingredients are added, it is popular among those who like to add something distinctive.