Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

sliced thinly

3 unit

garlic

whole cloves

3 slice

preserved lemon

skins only, rinsed and chopped finely

2 unit

artichoke hearts

frozen

0.5 cup

chicken broth

0.5 cup

white wine

dry

0.5 tsp

lemon pepper

1 tsp

Spice Hunters' Spring seasoning mix

1 tsp

kosher salt

to taste

0.75 cup

coarse breadcrumbs

1 tsp

olive oil

for drizzling

2 tsp

butter

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat a large, non-reactive saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add olive oil to the saucepan and heat until slightly rippling.

Step 4
~4 min

Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until softened.

Step 5
~4 min

Add garlic cloves and finely chopped preserved lemon skins.

Step 6
~4 min

Add frozen artichoke hearts, white wine or champagne, chicken or vegetable broth, lemon pepper, and Spring seasoning mix.

Step 7
~4 min

Sauté artichokes until thawed and the liquid begins to thicken slightly.

Step 8
~4 min

Transfer the artichoke, onion, garlic mixture to a greased casserole dish using a slotted spoon, leaving most of the pan juices behind.

Step 9
~4 min

Top the artichokes with coarse breadcrumbs and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake until the breadcrumbs are crispy and brown, about 15 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

While the artichokes are baking, reduce the remaining pan liquids by half.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Add butter to the reduced pan liquids to finish the sauce.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve the baked artichokes with the sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of lemon pepper to your preference.

For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of regular butter.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The artichoke mixture can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

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 a side dish with roasted lamb or chicken.

Serve as an appetizer with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted lamb
Grilled chicken
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Preserved lemons are a common ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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