Ham-stuffed piquanté peppers

These bite-sized stuffed piquanté peppers are a perfect appetizer for the holidays or any get-together whether it’s fancy or casual. The peppers are red and have a spicy-sweet flavor and crisp texture that is a delicious contrast to the creamy prosciutto-laced filling. Be sure to drain the artichokes well so that the filling doesn’t get too watery. Look for piquanté peppers, also known as peppadew, in jars in the supermarket condiment section or at a gourmet store. They come in both hot and mild varieties. You can substitute halved, hollowed-out large cherry tomatoes for the peppers if you can’t find them.