eat.
Break off the artichokes' small outside leaves. Cut
Trim stem of artichokes at the base.
Remove
he top third.
Cut artichokes in half, lengthwise, and scrape
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Artichokes:
Cut off stems at bottom of artichoke, then cut off top stems.
Use
scissors
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cut off sharp points of remaining
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pull
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bottom
row). Submerge artichokes in
water in a large saucepan and boil for 40 minutes.
(You
can
also microwave them, check your oven's cookbook.) They are done when a leaf can be pulled off easily. Drain upside down and cool.
aring knife. Add the prepped artichokes to the bowl of lemon
Prepare artichokes for cooking following basic direction. Drain water from artichokes.
Individually, hold each artichoke firmly in your hand and bang it upside down on a firm surface such as a countertop.
This causes the leaves to separate and the stuffing will be able to get down between the rows of leaves.
Bend and snap off the small bottom leaves and any outer leaves.
e water. Microwave the water for about 30 seconds. Next take
To cook baby artichokes, bring a large non-reactive
he outer leaves of the artichokes as look tough, bruised or
Combine all ingredients except artichokes in 5-quart pot and bring to a boil.
Add artichokes, partially cover with lid and return to boil.
Cook until stem end easily pierced with a fork, allowing 30 minutes for medium or 40 minutes for large artichokes. Remove from liquid and drain upside down.
Serve hot or cold. May be served with melted butter or mayonnaise for dipping.
ake corn tortillas - see my recipe for tortillas de maiz here.
Preheat grill for cooking with two zones: one for direct grilling over high heat
Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F.
Combine all ingredients except for the artichokes in an ovenproof casserole dish.
Cut artichokes in half lengthwise, rinse, and place in a single layer in casserole dish.
Bake covered in preheated oven until tender (about 40 minutes).
Remove artichokes from liquid; allow to cool slightly.
Cut into quarters, and serve.
ling-film & allow to stand for 8-10 minutes.
Meanwhile
add the bacon and cook for about a minute, then add
Heat the oil in a large saucepan and cook the onion and garlic over low heat for 6-7 mins until softened. Add the rice mix and cook, stirring for 1 min. Pour in the wine and simmer for a few mins then gradually add the stock, about 1 ladleful at a time. Allow the liquid to be absorbed by the rice before adding the next ladleful. This will take about 35 mins.
Stir in the butter and Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve in warm, shallow bowls.
Preheat oven to 325\u00b0.
Lightly oil a 9 x 9-inch cake pan. Measure applesauce into mixing bowl.
Add oil and sugar.
Measure out flour.
Add spices and soda; stir to mix, then add to applesauce mixture.
Stir well.
Add chocolate chips and raisins and stir some more.
Scrape into cake pan.
Lick spoon.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for 50 to 60 minutes.
(This cake keeps well even if not eaten right away.)
thoroughly thawed before preparing for the oven unless you
f pasta al dente. While cooking pasta add the whipping cream