1 (2 lb., 3 oz.) whole plum tomatoes
1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts
1/2 c. onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. shallots, finely chopped
1/4 lb. butter
1/2 tsp. leaf basil
2 tbsp. sugar
Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease shallow casserole. Drain tomatoes and artichokes; rinse artichokes in water and quarter. Saute onions and shallots in butter until tender. Add tomatoes, artichokes and basil; heat 2 or 3 minutes, stirring gently. Season with sugar, salt and pepper. Turn into casserole and bake at 325 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through. 6-8 servings.