Fantastic Oyster-Artichoke Cups

FANTASTIC OYSTER-ARTICHOKE CUPS
3 cans of artichoke hearts, drained
1 c. flour
Salt, red pepper
Canola oil, for frying
1 link andouille sausage, thinly sliced
1 Vidalia onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 pt. shucked oysters, drained
8 oz. grated Gruyere or Gouda cheese
Fresh parsley, finely minced, garnish

1. Pat the heats to make them dry.
2. Combine flour, salt and red pepper in a shallow bowl.
3. Heat about ¼ c. oil in medium fry pan.
4. Toss the hearts with flour mixture to coat all sides.
5. Working in batches, fry the heats, turning once, until golden brown on both sides.
6. Remove and drain on paper towel.
7. Discard the oil and reheat pan.
8. Saute the andouille until crispy and remove from pan and drain on paper towel.
9. Leave drippings in pan, reduce heat to low and add onions and saute until golden.
10. Remove from heat and cool.
11. Preheat oven 350.
12. Spray a baking sheet with PAM.
13. To assemble the cups: Place a spoonful of onion onto each artichoke bottom; top with 2-3 oysters (depending on size and space); garnish with andouille and bell pepper; cover with grated cheese.
14. Bake on middle rack until cheese is well melted and bubbling.
15. Garnish with parsley and serve.