๐ Rice Stuffed Artichokes with Lemon Sauce Recipe ๐
Description: This delightful recipe is an adaptation of Giada De Laurentiis’ stuffed artichokes, giving it a unique twist by incorporating a rice-based stuffing and a luscious lemon sauce. The result is a mouthwatering dish that marries the earthy flavor of artichokes with the zesty kick of lemon, creating a culinary masterpiece.
Preparation Time: ๐ Less than 15 minutes
Cooking Method: Microwave
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Artichokes |
| 4 | Lemon Juice |
| – | Water |
| 1/2 | Carrot |
| 1/4 | Green Onion |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | Margarine |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Dried Sage |
| 1/2 cup | Rice |
| 2 cups | Chicken Broth |
| 3/4 cup | Parmesan Cheese |
| 1 | Egg Yolk |
| 1 tsp | Cornstarch |
| 1/4 tsp | White Pepper |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 754.8
- Fat: 15.4g
- Saturated Fat: 8.5g
- Cholesterol: 122.8mg
- Sodium: 438.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 137.5g
- Fiber: 10.3g
- Sugar: 4.2g
- Protein: 17.2g
Instructions:
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๐ Prepare Artichokes: Fill a large pot with cold water, squeeze lemon juice into it, and add squeezed lemon halves. Trim artichokes, cutting off the top quarter, removing the bottom and tough outer stem layer, and snapping off tough outer leaves. Cut artichokes into quarters, remove the choke and purple leaves. Simmer in the pot for 45 minutes until tender. Alternatively, use the microwave method mentioned.
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๐ฒ Prepare Stuffing: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter; sautรฉ green onion and carrot until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Stir in dried sage, add cooked rice, and sautรฉ for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
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๐ Assemble and Bake: Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. Place artichoke quarters in a buttered baking dish. Spoon rice stuffing onto each artichoke, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 10 minutes until the Parmesan browns slightly.
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๐ Prepare Lemon Sauce: In a saucepan, combine chicken broth, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, cornstarch, and white pepper. Heat for 5 minutes until thickened. In a bowl, whisk half of the hot sauce into the egg yolk, then return the mixture to the saucepan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until desired consistency. Check for seasoning.
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๐ฝ๏ธ Serve: Transfer the stuffed artichokes to a warm serving platter, and pour the lemon sauce around them.
This Rice Stuffed Artichokes with Lemon Sauce recipe is a symphony of flavors, with the nutty rice, savory sage, and the bright zing of lemon coming together to create a culinary masterpiece. The tender artichokes and creamy Parmesan topping add a delightful texture that will surely make this dish a favorite at your table. Enjoy this easy-to-follow recipe, perfect for a quick and delicious meal in under 15 minutes! ๐ฟ๐
