Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

parmesan cheese

shredded

4 unit

artichokes

large

1 unit

lemon juice

of

4 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

chicken broth

2 unit

tomatoes

large

6 unit

scallions

2 cloves

garlic

4 tbsp

butter

2 tsp

herbes de provence

0.5 cup

white wine

1 bunch

italian parsley

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the parmesan tuiles: In a 6-inch round, non-stick frying pan, add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese.

Step 2
~3 min

Spread the cheese out to the full circle of the pan.

Step 3
~3 min

Over medium-high heat, melt the cheese until it starts to turn brown around the edges.

Step 4
~3 min

Take a knife and gently loosen the cheese around the edges.

Step 5
~3 min

Lift out the melted cheese and immediately place on an inverted glass or small bowl to form a basket.

Step 6
~3 min

Let the cheese basket cool and harden.

Step 7
~3 min

Repeat the process until all 4 tuiles are made and set aside.

Step 8
~3 min

Prepare the artichoke ragout: Trim artichokes of all leaves and the choke.

Key Technique: Ragout
Step 9
~3 min

Cut the artichoke hearts into fourths.

Step 10
~3 min

Place the clean artichoke hearts and lemon juice in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.

Step 11
~3 min

In a heavy saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove the artichoke pieces from the water and pat them dry.

Step 13
~3 min

Saute the artichokes in the hot olive oil until they start to turn slightly brown.

Step 14
~3 min

Add 1/2 cup of chicken broth, cover the pan, and simmer until the artichokes are firm-tender.

Step 15
~3 min

Meanwhile, peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.

Step 16
~3 min

Cut the scallions into 1-inch pieces and chop the garlic.

Step 17
~3 min

Uncover the artichokes and reduce the liquid until it is almost gone.

Step 18
~3 min

Add half of the butter, garlic, scallions, tomatoes, and herbes de provence to the artichokes.

Step 19
~3 min

Saute for about 5 minutes over high heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 20
~3 min

Add the white wine and the rest of the chicken broth and simmer until the liquid has reduced to about half.

Step 21
~3 min

Stir in the remaining butter and half the chopped Italian parsley.

Step 22
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 23
~3 min

Serve the Artichoke Ragout in the Parmesan Tuiles.

Key Technique: Ragout
Step 24
~3 min

Sprinkle with the rest of the parsley as garnish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the tuiles ahead of time and store in an airtight container.

Use high-quality parmesan cheese for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the artichokes, they should be firm-tender.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Tuiles can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.

Pairs well with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with lemon vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Artichokes are a common ingredient in Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Spring celebrations

Occasion Tags

Spring
Easter
Dinner Party
Appetizer

Popularity Score

65/100

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