Braised Baby Artichokes with Mozzarella Cream Recipe

Name: Braised Baby Artichokes with Mozzarella Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lemons, halved; 12 baby artichokes (1 1/2 pounds); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 cups dry white wine; 1 cup water; 1/2 large white onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 10 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped basil leaves, plus 3 basil stems; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; 3 ounces buffalo mozzarella, plus 2 tablespoons of the liquid from the container

Servings: persons

2 lemons, halved
12 baby artichokes (1 1/2 pounds)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1 cup water
1/2 large white onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
10 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
1/4 cup coarsely chopped basil leaves, plus 3 basil stems
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
3 ounces buffalo mozzarella, plus 2 tablespoons of the liquid from the container

1
Fill a large bowl with water.
2
Squeeze in the juice from the lemon halves, then add the lemon halves to the water.
3
Working with 1 artichoke at a time, peel off the dark green outer leaves.
4
Cut off the top fourth of the artichoke; peel and trim the stem.
5
Slice the artichoke lengthwise 1/8 inch thick and drop into the lemon water.
6
Repeat with the remaining artichokes.
7
Drain the artichokes and discard the lemon.
8
In a large saucepan, combine the artichokes with the 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, the white wine, water, onion, garlic, basil stems and bay leaf.
9
Bring to a simmer.
10
Cover and cook over low heat until the artichokes are tender, about 15 minutes.
11
Drain, discarding the basil and bay leaf.
12
In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil.
13
Add the artichokes and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until very soft, about 10 minutes.
14
Stir in the chopped basil and season with salt.
15
Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse the mozzarella with 2 tablespoons of its liquid and the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil until smooth.
16
Spoon the mozzarella cream onto plates, top with the artichokes and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lemons, halved, 12 baby artichokes (1 1/2 pounds), 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 1/2 cups dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Braised Baby Artichokes with Mozzarella Cream 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.

Braised Baby Artichokes with Mozzarella Cream

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