Lemon Braised Artichokes over Pasta (Michael Chiarello) Recipe

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Lemon Braised Artichokes over Pasta (Michael Chiarello)
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  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic. When garlic is golden, add the oregano and broth. Bring to a simmer, stir in the spinach to wilt. Add the artichokes. Drain the pasta and place in a serving bowl. Pour over the artichoke mixture and toss with the parsley and butter and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.
  2. Lemon-Braised Artichoke Hearts:
  3. 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  4. 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  5. 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves, or Herbes de Napa, recipe follows
  6. 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
  7. 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  8. Small pinch freshly ground pepper
  9. 4 medium to large artichokes
  10. 1/2 lemon
  11. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  12. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a medium nonreactive saucepan. Mix well and set aside while preparing the artichokes.
  13. Snap outer leaves from an artichoke. Cut off the top half, and then use a paring knife to trim down to the heart, rubbing cut surfaces with the lemon half as you work to avoid discoloration. Cut the heart in half and scrape out the choke with a spoon. Cut each piece in half again.
  14. As each artichoke heart quarter is completed, immediately turn it in the marinade to coat completely. When all the artichokes are trimmed, put the pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Pour the artichokes and marinade into a baking dish (or cook them in the saucepan if it is ovenproof), cover with foil, and cook until the artichokes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the cooking liquid.
  15. Michael's Notes: If preparing a larger number of artichokes, just increase the marinade proportionately. Serve them as an appetizer salad on their own with their braising liquid. Make sure to have crusty bread on hand to sop up the juices. Slice or roughly chop and scatter across a cheese pizza. Be sure to drizzle some of the braising liquid on the pizza as well. Roughly chop and add to a risotto at the last minute just to heat through. Add some of the braising liquid, too, to flavor the risotto. Season a nice piece of fish with salt and pepper and place on top of the artichokes to cook with them the last 10 to 15 minutes of their cooking time. Drizzle with olive oil just before serving.
  16. Yield: 4 servings
  17. Herbes de Napa:
  18. 6 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
  19. 3 tablespoons fennel seed
  20. 2 1/2 tablespoons dried summer savory leaves
  21. 1 1/2 tablespoons dried rosemary leaves
  22. 1 1/2 tablespoons crumbled bay leaves
  23. 1 1/2 tablespoons dried lavender flowers
  24. Combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container away from light and heat for up to 4 months.
  25. Yield: 3/4 cup
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 437.78 Kcal (1833 kJ)
Calories from fat 128.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.32g 22%
Cholesterol 76.14mg 25%
Sodium 108.45mg 5%
Potassium 153.9mg 3%
Total Carbs 65.33g 22%
Sugars 2.33g 9%
Dietary Fiber 3.68g 15%
Protein 12.94g 26%
Vitamin C 10.9mg 18%
Iron 3.2mg 18%
Calcium 55.1mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 332.43 Kcal (1392 kJ)
Calories from fat 97.89 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.88g 22%
Cholesterol 57.81mg 25%
Sodium 82.35mg 5%
Potassium 116.87mg 3%
Total Carbs 49.61g 22%
Sugars 1.77g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g 15%
Protein 9.83g 26%
Vitamin C 8.3mg 18%
Iron 2.4mg 18%
Calcium 41.8mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9.2
    Points
  • 12
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • good source of fiber

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