Sauteed Artichokes

Sauteed Artichokes



INGREDIENTS:

8 small artichokes, trimmed
1 quart water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup white wine

TO PREPARE:

* Cut the artichokes into quarters. Place in a mixture of the water and lemon juice in a bowl. Let stand for several minutes; drain well.
* Heat the olive oil and butter in a medium skillet. Add the artichokes and garlic. Brown lightly on all sides.
* Stir in the parsley, basil, oregano, rosemary, salt, pepper and wine. Steam, covered, over low heat for 20 minutes or until the artichokes are tender-crisp. Cook, uncovered, for several minutes longer if necessary to reduce excess liquid.
* Note: You may substitute canned artichoke hearts if small fresh artichokes are not available.

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