Christmas Corner

"Maybe Christmas," he thought, "doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more."
- Dr. Seuss



One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly.
- Andy Rooney



Christmas is most truly Christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it most.
- Ruth Carter Stapleton



Christmas, children, is not a date. It is a state of mind.
- Mary Ellen Chase



Hot and Spicy Shrimp Artichoke Dip Recipe

Ingredients:
1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts (drained well and chopped)
1 lb. fresh shrimp, boiled in Zatarain's crab boil and chopped
1 (3 oz.) pkg cream cheese, softened
1/2 - 3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 - 3/4 cup picante sauce
1/4 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (fresh NOT in container)
Short, finely julienned red pepper strips (optional)
Thinly sliced green onion tops

Directions:

Step 1:
Drain artichoke hearts; dice.

Step 2:
Add shrimp, cream cheese, mayo, picante sauce and Parmesan cheese; mix well.

Step 3:
Spoon into 9 inch round pie plate or shallow baking dish.

Step 4:
Bake at 350 degrees about 20 minutes or until heated through.

Step 5:
Garnish with red pepper and green onions.

Step 6:
Serve with chips and assorted vegetable dippers.

Note: Absolutely Delicious!