Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
18 unit

Frozen artichoke hearts

thawed and patted dry

6 unit

Garlic cloves

2 lightly smashed, 4 thinly sliced

0.75 cup

Extra-virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

Extra-virgin olive oil

1 tbsp

Fresh lemon juice

1 tsp

Salt

1 pinch

Black pepper

freshly ground

1 pound

Sugar snap peas

1.5 pound

Fava beans

shelled

2 pound

Cavatappi pasta

2 unit

Fresh red chiles

thinly sliced

2.25 pound

Medium shrimp

shelled, deveined and halved lengthwise

4 unit

Scallions

thinly sliced

2 tbsp

Tarragon

chopped

0.5 cup

Dry white wine

Step 1
~5 min

Combine artichoke hearts, smashed garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for up to 1 day, then discard the garlic.

Step 2
~5 min

Cook sugar snap peas in boiling water for about 5 minutes until tender. Transfer to a colander under cold running water and drain.

Step 3
~5 min

Cook fava beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Peel and add to the sugar snap peas.

Step 4
~5 min

Heat a skillet and add artichokes in a single layer. Cook over high heat, turning occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

Step 5
~5 min

Add sugar snap peas and fava beans to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes. Add to the artichokes.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook cavatappi pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the pasta to the vegetables.

Step 8
~5 min

Heat remaining 3/4 cup olive oil in the skillet. Add chiles and sliced garlic and cook over high heat, stirring, for 2 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Add shrimp, scallions, and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until the shrimp turn pink.

Step 10
~5 min

Add white wine and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour over the pasta and toss. Add some of the reserved cooking water if the pasta looks dry. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the pasta, as it will continue to cook when tossed with the sauce.

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The artichoke mixture can be prepared up to 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Spring holidays

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Spring
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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