Oven Roasted Artichokes with Garlic and Lemon Recipe
These tender artichokes are roasted in the warmth of the oven, allowing their natural flavors to intensify. The addition of zesty lemon and aromatic garlic creates a medley that's both refreshing and savory. Perfect as an appetizer or a delightful side dish, these roasted artichokes are a simply delicious recipe.
Prep time: 20 minutes / Cook time: 45-50 minutes / Serves: 4
Oven Roasted Artichokes with Garlic and Lemon Recipe
Ingredients
2 medium lemons
2 whole artichokes
4 large cloves fresh garlic, roughly chopped
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
3 T. extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F. Cut one lemon into wedges and the other into thick half-round slices. Set aside.
2. Cut the artichokes in half from stem to tip and scoop out the “choke” and a few of the inner leaves to form a cavity. Carefully trim any sharp edges off the outer leaves and remove the tough bottom part of the stem. Wipe the exposed surfaces with the lemon wedges to prevent browning.
3. Place the cut artichoke halves in a large baking dish cut side up and fill each with garlic, rosemary and lemon slices. Drizzle each half with some of the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper, as desired.
4. Place the baking dish in the pre-heated oven and roast for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until fork tender. Check after 15-20 minutes and loosely cover with aluminum foil if the artichokes are getting too brown.
5. Remove from oven and discard the lemon slices and rosemary. (Squeeze any excess lemon juice onto the roasted artichokes first!) Serve immediately with the roasted garlic.
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