Ingredients
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4 artichokes
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2 lemons
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1 clove garlic
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2 tsp Dijon mustard
Steps
1
Cut the stems from the artichokes and trim off the tough lower leaves. Halve the lemons and rub the bottom of the artichokes with one lemon half to prevent discoloration.
2
Juice the remaining lemon halves and reserve 1 tbsp juice. Add the remaining lemon juice to a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Put the artichokes in the pan and cover with a plate or smaller pot lid to keep them submerged. Cook the artichokes 25-30 min., or until you can easily insert the point of a knife into the stem end.
3
Meanwhile, place the mayonnaise in a small bowl. Crush or grate the garlic into the mayonnaise and stir together with mustard and reserved 1 tbsp lemon juice. Season with pepper.
4
Remove the artichokes with a slotted spoon and drain in a colander, stem side up. Divide among plates and serve with the garlic mayonnaise.
Comments
Artichokes are also delicious with a herb or honey mustard vinaigrette.