ARTICHOKE SALAD WITH WARM TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
This artichoke salad channels the classic panzanella with beautiful and delicious results. While the artichokes steam, prepare a vinaigrette with chopped tomato, capers, and croutons. Spoon a bit of the mixture into the centers, then toss the rest with a mix of bacon lardons and snappy chicories before filling them up to the top.
Provided by Lauryn Tyrell
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Snap tough outer leaves off artichokes; using a serrated knife, remove top third from each. Trim stems so artichokes stand upright. Rub cut surfaces with lemon (to prevent discoloration).
- Place artichokes in a wide pot, stemmed-sides up. Add enough water to come about a third of the way up sides. Season water with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam until artichoke hearts are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 30 minutes.
- Transfer artichokes, stemmed-sides up, to a towel-lined plate to drain. When cool enough to handle, use a spoon to remove center leaves from each artichoke, then to scrape out and discard chokes. Transfer artichokes to refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss bread with 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until golden and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cook bacon in a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until fat has rendered and bacon is crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels; discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet.
- Add 1 tablespoon oil, shallot, and a pinch of salt to skillet; cook over medium heat until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons vinegar and capers; cook until reduced slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomato and season with salt and pepper; cook until heated through, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in oregano and croutons. Season to taste.
- Score an X in the inside of each artichoke heart with the tip of a knife, then spoon about 1 tablespoon dressing mixture into each. Toss remaining dressing with chicories, basil, bacon, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1 teaspoon vinegar. Season to taste; divide between artichokes and serve.
ARTICHOKE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 to 6 appetizer portions
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Trim the sharp tips of the outside artichoke leaves with a sharp knife. Cut off the top of the artichoke about 1-inch and remove the stem so that the bottom is flat. Wash the artichoke in cold water and rub all cut surfaces with some of the fresh lemon juice and pulp.
- (A round slice of lemon may be tied to the bottom of the artichoke to prevent oxidation of the base.)
- Bring water to a boil, add the salt and the remaining pieces of the lemon, rind and all, and place the artichokes base down. Cover the pot and bring the water to the boil again before lowering the heat to a simmer. Cook the artichoke at a steady simmer for 35 to 45 minutes or until a leaf pulls easily free from the center. Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the water, remove cool to room temperature. When cool some of the cooking juices may be drizzled over the top of the artichokes.
- In a stainless steel bowl combine the vinegar, mustard, herbs, salt and pepper and whisk to emulsify. Add the oil in a small steady stream until all the oil has been incorporated and the dressing has achieved a silky, smooth texture. The dressing may be stored, covered, for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, but should be brought to room temperature before using.
- Serve the artichoke with some vinaigrette on the side as a dip for each leaf or drizzled over the heart.
EASY STEAMED ARTICHOKES
These leafy, mild-flavored veggies get at the heart of spring. Our method for steaming artichokes could not be easier, but the result is an impressive, delicious side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare artichokes for steaming: Snap off tough outer leaves. Using a serrated knife, cut off top 1/3 of artichoke. Snip remaining sharp or spiky tips using kitchen shears. Trim stem so artichoke stands upright. Rub cut surfaces with lemon to prevent discoloration. Repeat with remaining artichokes and lemon.
- Set a steamer basket in a large pot; add enough water so it reaches just below the basket. Squeeze lemon juice into water and add 1 tablespoon salt; bring to a boil. Place artichokes in steamer basket, stem-side up. Cover pot, and steam until heart is tender when pierced with a tip of a paring knife, and inner leaves pull out easily, 25 to 35 minutes; add more water to pot, if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature with Easy Hollandaise or melted butter, if desired.
BACON AND ARTICHOKE PASTA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the EVOO, 3 turns of the pan. Add the guanciale or bacon and cook until crisp. Add the onion, garlic and a little pepper and stir for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the wine and stir. Add the stock and artichokes and heat through. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat.
- To serve, bring water to boil for the pasta. Salt the water and cook the pasta to al dente, reserving 1 cup of the starchy water just before draining. Add the pasta to the artichoke mixture. Sprinkle with the parsley and half the cheese and cook, tossing to combine and adding some of the starchy pasta water if necessary to loosen the sauce, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with more cheese on top.
- Place the chicken in a large stockpot. Add the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, lemon, bay leaf, peppercorns and the herb bundle; season with salt. Cover the chicken with water and bring to a boil; reduce the heat to a low, rolling simmer. Simmer 60 to 75 minutes, then cool the chicken in its stock. Strain the stock. Remove the chicken in large pieces from the skin and bones. Cut half of the meat into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice or pull the remaining meat.
GRILLED ARTICHOKE WITH SMOKED TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Place artichokes, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and fill pot with enough cold water to cover the artichokes in a large pot. Boil for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Remove artichokes from pot and let cool.
- Preheat grill. When artichokes have cooled, slice in 1/2 lengthwise and remove the choke. Brush each half with the remaining oil, season with salt and pepper and grill cut-side down for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn over and grill an additional minute.
- Place tomatoes, salt and pepper, vinegar, garlic and basil and olive oil in a blender and blend until smooth.
STEAMED ARTICHOKES WITH GRAINY MUSTARD AND BACON DRESSING
Grainy mustard mixed with bacon and diced vegetables tops steamed artichokes. The mustard and bacon dressing is best when made and served immediately. The artichokes, however, can be prepared in advance.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make an ice-water bath: Fill a bowl with ice and water; set aside. Trim artichokes; snap off tough outer leaves. Cut in half, and cut off top quarter of artichoke. Snip remaining leaf tips with scissors. Trim bottom of stem; using a vegetable peeler, peel off tough outer skin. Spread leaves to gain easier access to choke; scoop out choke with a melon baller. Squeeze some lemon juice onto heart; squeeze more lemon juice into the ice bath; add lemon halves and artichoke halves to ice-water bath while preparing the rest.
- Fill a saucepan large enough to accommodate all artichokes with 2 inches of water. Add salt, peppercorns, thyme, garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil; bring to a simmer. Add artichokes, stem end up; cover saucepan. Steam until tender, about 25 minutes. Leaves should pull off easily; heart should feel tender when pierced. Drain well. Cool to room temperature.
- Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, cook bacon over medium-low heat until bacon is brown and crisp and fat is rendered. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon from saute pan, and set aside.
- Depending on the amount of bacon fat in the saute pan, add enough olive oil to make a total of 1/3 cup fat and oil. Add shallots, carrots, and celery, and cook until vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Stir in grainy mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Return bacon to saute pan. Arrange artichokes on serving platter. Spoon hot mixture into the cavity of each artichoke. Serve immediately.
ARTICHOKES WITH TOMATO-BACON VINAIGRETTE
Categories Herb Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Side Sauté Quick & Easy Bacon Artichoke Spring Summer Simmer Gourmet Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- With a serrated knife cut artichoke stems flush with bottoms. Cut off and discard top inch from artichokes. In a saucepan cover artichokes with salted water and bring to a boil. Simmer artichokes, covered, until just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- While artichokes are cooking, coarsely chop bacon and in a skillet cook over moderate heat, stirring, until golden. With a slotted spoon transfer bacon to paper towels. Halve and seed tomatoes and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Finely chop shallot and capers. In a bowl combine lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk in oil in a slow stream until emulsified and add bacon, tomatoes, shallot, and capers.
- Drain artichokes upside down on a rack and arrange each on a plate. Separating leaves slightly, drizzle vinaigrette between leaves and onto plates.
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What are Artichokes?
Artichokes are a member of the thistle family and are native to the Mediterranean region. They are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Artichokes are also a great source of folate and magnesium, which are essential nutrients for a healthy body.The Benefits of Tomatoes:
Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. Research has shown that lycopene can help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. Including tomatoes in your diet can also help support healthy skin and bones.The Health Advantages of Bacon:
Bacon is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12. However, it is recommended to consume bacon in moderation as it is high in sodium and saturated fat. You can enhance the nutritional value of the recipe by using uncured or low-sodium bacon.Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized artichokes
- 6 strips of bacon
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of dijon mustard
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Wash the artichokes and cut off the top quarter of the artichoke with a sharp knife. Cut off the stem and trim the remaining stem with a vegetable peeler.
- Place the artichokes in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake the artichokes for 50-60 minutes, or until tender.
- In the meantime, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the skillet and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the diced tomato and crumbled bacon and stir to combine.
- Once the artichokes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Cut the artichokes in half lengthwise and use a spoon to remove the fuzzy choke in the center.
- Drizzle the tomato bacon vinaigrette over the artichoke halves and sprinkle with extra bacon pieces, if desired. Serve and enjoy!