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Elegant Artichokes

SUBMITTED BY: Pat Stevens

"Artichokes add an elegant touch to any meal. This recipe has a special twist with the addition of a tangy lemon dressing."
PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 5 medium artichokes
  • 2 medium lemons, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • LEMON-PEPPER DIP:
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced green pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onion

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cut off stem at base of artichoke. Cut 1 inch from the top. With scissors, snip the tip end of each leaf. Remove outer leaves. Rub cut ends of leaves with lemon juice. In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine the artichokes, lemon slices and garlic; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until tender. Drain, then arrange on a serving platter. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. For dip, in a bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir in green pepper and onion. Serve with artichokes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 2, 2007 by kendra1215
Great version of artichokes! I usually eat warm and dip in garlic or lemon butter, but this... MORE


 
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