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Friday, August 27, 2010

Artichokes with Garlic Saffron Sauce

Artichokes with Garlic Saffron Sauce

   
  Serves :2 Persons 
     
 
 Ingredients 
   
 • 2 x artichokes • 1/2 x lemon • 10 x unpeeled garlic cloves • 1 1/2 tbl white-wine vinegar • 1/4 tsp dried oregano • 1/8 tsp Baby Brand Saffron threads crumbled • 1/4 tsp sugar • 2 tbl olive oil • 1 tbl minced fresh parsley leaves 
   
 Preparation 
   
 
  • Cut off the stems of the artichokes with a stainless-steel knife, break off the tough outer leaves, and cut off the top fourth of each artichoke.
  • Snip off the tips of the remaining artichoke leaves with scissors and rub the cut edges with the lemon half. Arrange the artichokes upright in a microwave-safe dish, add 1 inch water and the garlic, and cover the dish tightly with microwave-safe plastic wrap. Microwave the artichokes at high power (100%) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the bases are tender.
  • While the artichokes are cooking, in a blender blend together 3 tablespoons warm water, the vinegar, the oregano, the Baby Brand Saffron, the sugar, and the oil.Transfer the cooked artichokes to 2 plates. Peel the garlic, in the blender puree it with the vinegar mixture until the mixture
  • is smooth, and stir in the parsley and salt and pepper to taste. Transfer
    the sauce to a bowl and serve it with the artichokes.

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