Steamed Artichokes with Garlic Butter
Tender steamed artichokes served with a rich garlic butter dipping sauce. This classic preparation brings out the natural flavors of fresh artichokes while the garlic-infused melted butter makes for the perfect accompaniment.
Ingredients
- •4 whole large artichokes
- •2 inch water
- •1 to taste salt
- •1 to taste pepper
- •1 whole lemon
- •½ cup unsalted butter
- •1 clove garlic
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Trim stems from 4 large artichokes (about 2 1/2 pounds), leaving about 1/2" long. Snap off any browned leaves, then remove top fourth of artichokes; discard. If you like, use kitchen scissors to snip off any thorns.
10 min
- 2.
Bring 2" of water to a simmer in a large pot. Fit with a steamer basket and place artichokes inside; season with salt and pepper. Cover and steam until leaves pull out easily and hearts are tender (a paring knife will meet with no resistance), 70-80 minutes. Remove from heat; squeeze 1 halved lemon over.
80 min
- 3.
Mix 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter and 1 finely grated garlic clove in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve with artichokes.
5 min
