Category Archives: Artichokes

Stuffed, Braised Artichokes

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Jennifer

Fear not, the thorny artichoke! They are intimidating beasts, but can be tamed and worth the effort of doing so. Why I am now writing in Shakespearean style, I know not, but carry on, good man! 3 heavy, Globe artichokes 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Rigatoni with Artichokes and Country Ham

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Jennifer

Country ham is like southern prosciutto. Okay, not quite as delicate or complex as prosciutto in northern Italy, but really tasty and useful and stubbornly only found in southern states. Continue reading →

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Artichoke, Pancetta and Lemon Pasta

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Jennifer

I may sound like a broken record, but this recipe is not only delicious, it’s healthy, too. It was a family pleaser last night (EXCEPT FOR MY FINICKY 13 YEAR OLD: I WON’T NAME ANY NAMES BUT YOU KNOW WHO … Continue reading →

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Roasted Baby Artichokes

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Jennifer

Growing up, my parents tended not to keep junk or snack food in the house– they simply didn’t eat it and never bought it. I learned at a very young age that if I wanted something to snack on in … Continue reading →

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Dinner for the night after Thanksgiving

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Jennifer

This deceptively easy. Just the ticket for the day after Thanksgiving chaos.1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium, yellow onion, chopped8 ounces (220 grams) Jerusalem artichokes/Sunchokes– peeled and chopped2 cups (2 big handfuls) shredded left-over turkey (or chicken)Sea salt, black pepperDry oregano1/2 pint … Continue reading →

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Pasta with Fresh Artichokes and Prosciutto

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Jennifer

My sister’s best friend from college was coming to visit me for lunch. We had not seen each other in thirty years, but I remembered him as very sweet. I also knew that he is a man of impecable taste, … Continue reading →

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Artichoke Soup with White Truffle Oil

Posted on February 13, 2010 by Jennifer

Like most vegetable soups, this is remarkably easy to make. A decadent drizzle of white truffle oil at the end, absolutely makes this soup sing! P.S. Jerusalem Artichokes are neither artichokes nor from Jerusalem… go figure.To watch JennyB demonstrate this recipe … Continue reading →

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Company Pasta

Posted on March 25, 2008 by Jennifer

I named this ‘Company Pasta’ because it is perfect to serve when guests come for dinner; it is easy to make, yet very impressive. It is also an indulgence due to the bacon and cream, and maybe best only enjoyed … Continue reading →

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Roast Artichokes

Posted on January 8, 2008 by Jennifer

I adore artichokes in any form; steamed, grilled, broiled, baked, roasted, even canned. I know that they can seem intimidating to a cook with little experience preparing them, but really they are quite simple to prep and cook~ and sublime … Continue reading →

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