Simple Steamed Artichokes
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Description
These steamed artichokes are delicious and light, perfect for an appetizer. Dip the leaves in melted butter or mayonnaise.
Ingredients
- 2 whole artichokes
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 bay leaf
Directions
- 1. Cut stem from artichokes and discard, making sure the bottom of each artichoke is flat. Cut top 1 inch (or so) of the artichoke and discard. Snip the thorny ends from each artichoke leaf with a pair of kitchen scissors.
- 2. Fill the bottom of a pot with a couple of inches of water, adding garlic, lemon juice, and bay leaf to the water. Place a steamer basket in the pot, making sure that the water does not flow over the bottom of the steamer basket.
- 3. Place the artichokes in the basket, resting on the flattened bottoms.
- 4. Bring water to a boil, cover the pot, and cook until the leaves can be easily pulled from the artichoke, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 2 artichokes
calories: 64.5 kcal
carbohydrates: 14.7 g
protein: 4.3 g
sodium: 120.7 mg
fiber: 7 g
sugar: 1.5 g
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