These are an excellent first course or they will make a great lunch. Just think of them as an open faced sandwich.

• (6) Sister Schubert's Dinner Yeast Rolls (Sliced in half)
• 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 (6 ½ oz) jars of marinated artichoke hearts, drained
• 4 oz. finely chopped ham (or prosciutto)
• ½ cup red onion chopped, finely
• 2 scallions, coarsely chopped
• ½ cup parmesan shavings
• 1 teaspoon fresh or dried finely chopped basil

Arrange bread in one layer on baking sheet.

Brush the tops with 2 tbls. of olive oil and lightly season with salt & pepper.

Bake in 350 oven until golden and transfer to a rack to cool and then to serving tray.

Cut the artichokes length wise into ¼ inch slices.

Cook the artichokes, ham and red onion in 3 tbls. of oil over moderately high heat until artichokes are golden, about 4 minutes.

Stir in basil and chopped scallions and season to taste with salt & pepper.

Spoon mixture over toast.

Drizzle with Balsamic Vinaigrette and top with Parmesan shavings.

Serve with Marzetti's Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing!