Artichokes vinaigrette

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4Extra-large artichokes
2cupsConcentrated lemon juice
1tablespoonSalt
1cupOlive oil
½cupWhite wine vinegar
3Garlic cloves peeled and crushed
1dashDried oregano
1dashBlack pepper
1dashDried oregano
1dashCrushed red pepper flakes
1dashCrushed red pepper flakes
1tablespoonCapers
2tablespoonsChopped pimiento
Salt, pepper

Directions

VINAIGRETTE

Trim artichokes stems to ½ inch. Place upright in large kettle and add enough water to cover. Add lemon juice, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, oregano and red pepper flakes. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer about 1 hour or until leaves pull easily from base of artichokes. Remove from pan and invert artichokes to drain thoroughly and cool. Using spoon, remove chokes and discard. To make vinaigrette, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, capers and pimiento in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Blend well. Stand artichokes upright in serving dish.