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For the stock: Combine 6 cups water, the wine, carrots, celery, garlic, onion, bay leaf and bouquet garni in a large pot and bring to boil.
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Then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
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Strain and set aside.
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For the vegetables: Trim and peel the artichokes to the heart and remove the choke.
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Drop the artichoke hearts in a bowl of water with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to prevent oxidation.
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Cook the artichoke hearts in the vegetable stock until tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
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Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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Cut the artichokes into bite-size pieces and toss in a bowl with some salt, pepper, a few drizzles of olive oil, the parsley, red pepper flakes, a little lemon juice, a few pinches sugar and a splash of red wine vinegar.
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Cut the tomatoes and marinate with some salt and pepper, a few drizzles of olive oil and a little red wine vinegar.
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Heat the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced to a syrup.
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Chill the reduced balsamic vinegar until ready to serve.
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Alternate the tomatoes, artichokes, basil leaves and mozzarella on each skewer.
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Drizzle a little balsamic reduction over each skewer and season with salt and pepper.
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This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition.
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The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
