For All you artichoke lovers, this gets to the heart of the matter! I have incorporated tips from Giada De Laurentis on the Food Network.
Serves 4
I'll make this as easy as can be. You'll need 2 large artichokes. With a scizzors, trim off the thorny tip from all the leaves. Cut lengthwise into quarters. Trim the end of the stems. I like to peel the outer skin so the stem will be more tender. Take a tablespoon and scoop out the fuzzy heart and rinse. Fill a bowl with cold water and lemon wedges. Add artichoke asap to retain the fresh color. Pour the contents into a large pot, add salt and boil. Turn heat to simmer until tender. Drain in a colindar. Next, heat a grill pan, coat the artichokes with olive oil and place in the pan. Check for grill marks- gives it a smokey-chokey flavor. Let cool.
Dip:
1/2 cup Veganaise, 1 or 2 tblspn balsamic (how strong do you want it?), salt & blk pepper, 1 tsp chopped thyme and rosemary, very fine chopped garlic to taste and stir until nice and creamy. Option; grate a hard boiled egg over dip when served and sprinkle paprika.
Bon Appetite
I have two Little Rascals of my own who can't wait to try this recipe. They both love to cook and know I love artichokes. It should be interesting. Thanks for sharing Donna.
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