Braised Artichokes With Leeks And Peas From 'The Ne

Name: Braised Artichokes With Leeks And Peas From 'The New Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large artichokes; 2 1/2 to 3 cups homemade vegetable stock or water; 2 leeks, including an inch of the greens, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 2 fennel bulbs, cut into 1-inch wedges, joined at the root end; 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil; 1/4 cup diced shallot; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 12 ounces yellow-fleshed or new red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into quarters; 1/2 or less cup creme fraiche; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 cup shelled peas or fava beans; 3 tablespoons chopped fennel greens or parsley; Freshly milled pepper

Servings: persons

4 large artichokes
2 1/2 to 3 cups homemade vegetable stock or water
2 leeks, including an inch of the greens, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
2 fennel bulbs, cut into 1-inch wedges, joined at the root end
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
1/4 cup diced shallot
1/2 cup white wine
1 teaspoon sea salt
12 ounces yellow-fleshed or new red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into quarters
1/2 or less cup creme fraiche
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup shelled peas or fava beans
3 tablespoons chopped fennel greens or parsley
Freshly milled pepper

1
Trim the artichokes by snapping off several layers of the tough outer leaves by pulling them downward so that they break off at the base. Stop when the inner leaves become a lighter yellowish green and look tender. Trim the stem and slice off the top third of the artichoke. With a pairing knife, smooth the rough areas around the base, removing any dark green parts. Cut the trimmed artichoke into quarters and remove the fuzzy chokes with a pairing knife. Slice into sixths, and set them aside in a bowl of acidulated water (water and lemon juice or vinegar) until ready to cook.
2
Melt the butter in a wide soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and leeks and cook, stirring frequently, without browning for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the wine, raise the heat, and simmer for 2 minutes.
3
Drain the artichokes and add them to the pan with the fennel and stock. Season with 1 teaspoon sea salt, then press a piece of crumbled parchment or wax paper directly over the vegetables. Bring the liquid to a boil, then simmer, covered, until the artichokes are tender, about 25 minutes. Meanwhile, steam the potatoes until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
4
When the artichokes and fennel are tender, remove them with a slotted spoon to a dish. Whisk enough creme fraiche and the mustard into the broth and boil briskly to make a thin sauce, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the peas and cook until tender, then return the vegetables and potatoes to the broth. Add the chopped fennel greens, season with pepper, and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large artichokes, 2 1/2 to 3 cups homemade vegetable stock or water, 2 leeks, including an inch of the greens, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds, 2 fennel bulbs, cut into 1-inch wedges, joined at the root end, and more.

Yes, Braised Artichokes With Leeks And Peas From 'The New Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone' falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Artichokes With Leeks And Peas From 'The New Vegetarian Cooking For Everyone'

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