Simple Steamed Artichokes Recipe
This simple steamed artichoke recipe cooks in water with garlic, bay leaf, and lemon juice for a light, healthy, and delicious vegetarian appetizer.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Cut and discard stems from artichokes, making sure bottoms of each artichoke are flat. Cut and discard top 1 inch (or so) of each artichoke. Snip thorny ends from each artichoke leaf with a pair of kitchen scissors.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Fill bottom of a pot with about 2 inches of water; add lemon, garlic, and bay leaf. Place a steamer basket in the pot, making sure the water does not flow over the bottom of the steamer basket.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place artichokes in the basket, resting on flattened bottoms.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bring water to a boil, cover the pot, and cook until leaves can be easily pulled from artichokes, 20 to 30 minutes.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (2 servings total)