Vegetables: Artichokes
Artichokes are wonderful, and more versatile than you might think!
Baked Artichokes with Potatoes - Carciofi con Patate
Artichokes and potatoes work quite well together, and there are many recipes that combine them. My wife's grandmother simply combines them in a pot, and while there is also a slightly more elegant Tuscan version of her dish, you could also bake your artichokes and potatoes; the result is a very elegant winter dish well suited to company.
Artichokes and potatoes work quite well together, and there are many recipes that combine them. My wife's grandmother simply combines them in a pot, and while there is also a slightly more elegant Tuscan version of her dish, you could also bake your artichokes and potatoes; the result is a very elegant winter dish well suited to company.
Tuscan Artichokes - Carciofata Toscana
Potatoes and artichokes balance very well, and there are a number of ways to cook them up. My wife's grandmother simply boils them together in a pot. This Tuscan recipe for potatoes and artichokes is a little more elegant.
Potatoes and artichokes balance very well, and there are a number of ways to cook them up. My wife's grandmother simply boils them together in a pot. This Tuscan recipe for potatoes and artichokes is a little more elegant.
Artichokes in White Wine -- Cioci al Vin Bianco
Artichokes in White Wine, or Cioci al Vin Bianco: Artichokes are among the most popular winter vegetables in the Vicentino, and Amadeo Sandri says the local custom is to clean them "perhaps too well," stripping almost all the leaves away to obtain what is primarily the choke. Here they are then cooked in white wine.
Artichokes in White Wine, or Cioci al Vin Bianco: Artichokes are among the most popular winter vegetables in the Vicentino, and Amadeo Sandri says the local custom is to clean them "perhaps too well," stripping almost all the leaves away to obtain what is primarily the choke. Here they are then cooked in white wine.
Artichoke and Celery Caponata -- Caponata di Carciofi e Sedano
Artichoke and Celery Caponata, Caponata di Carciofi e Sedano: There are many variations on caponata. This one is especially rich in fiber, and is also quite refreshing.
Artichoke and Celery Caponata, Caponata di Carciofi e Sedano: There are many variations on caponata. This one is especially rich in fiber, and is also quite refreshing.
Artichokes Stuffed with Pancetta -- Carciofi Ripieni di Pancetta
Carciofi Ripieni di Pancetta -- -- Artichokes Stuffed with Pancetta
Carciofi Ripieni di Pancetta -- -- Artichokes Stuffed with Pancetta
Artichokes Stuffed with Mint -- Carciofi Ripieni alla Menta
Artichokes Stuffed with Mint, or Carciofi Ripieni alla Menta: Mint and artichokes go quite nicely together, and indeed Carciofi alla Romana are just that, artichokes cooked with mint (and garlic) slipped between the petals. These are a little more substantial.
Artichokes Stuffed with Mint, or Carciofi Ripieni alla Menta: Mint and artichokes go quite nicely together, and indeed Carciofi alla Romana are just that, artichokes cooked with mint (and garlic) slipped between the petals. These are a little more substantial.
Baked Artichokes -- Carciofi al Forno
Baked Artichokes, or Carciofi al Forno: Yet another potato-and-artichoke combination, this time in the oven.
Baked Artichokes, or Carciofi al Forno: Yet another potato-and-artichoke combination, this time in the oven.
Sicilian Baked Artichokes -- Caccioli 'nto Tianu
Sicilian Baked Artichokes, or Caccioli 'nto Tianu: Mike recently writes: "I am desperately trying to find a recipe for an appetizer I had at a restaurant many years ago. It was a baked artichoke, stuffed with a filling of bread, olive oil, garlic, black olives, capers and who knows what else! It was served upright on a plate, with the oil and juice from the choke collecting at the base. Do you know of anything like what I described? Any help will be appreciated!"
Sicilian Baked Artichokes, or Caccioli 'nto Tianu: Mike recently writes: "I am desperately trying to find a recipe for an appetizer I had at a restaurant many years ago. It was a baked artichoke, stuffed with a filling of bread, olive oil, garlic, black olives, capers and who knows what else! It was served upright on a plate, with the oil and juice from the choke collecting at the base. Do you know of anything like what I described? Any help will be appreciated!"
Pan Fried Artichokes
Pan Fried Artichokes: A simple, very tasty way to prepare them, kindly shared by Aggie.
Pan Fried Artichokes: A simple, very tasty way to prepare them, kindly shared by Aggie.
Artichoke Pesto
Artichoke Pesto: And finally, come winter it's artichoke season. You'll find instructions on buying them and a number of recipes on site. And Ann just sent me her recipe for artichoke pesto:
Artichoke Pesto: And finally, come winter it's artichoke season. You'll find instructions on buying them and a number of recipes on site. And Ann just sent me her recipe for artichoke pesto:
Drying Artichokes in the Winter
In the 1890s people devoted much more energy to putting away foods than they do now -- things were much more seasonal and commercial food preservation was in its infancy. Here are Pellegrino Artusi's instructions for preserving artichokes, which we reluctantly omitted from my translation of La Scienza in Cucina, his landmark cookbook (the Art of Eating Well, Random House), for want of space.
In the 1890s people devoted much more energy to putting away foods than they do now -- things were much more seasonal and commercial food preservation was in its infancy. Here are Pellegrino Artusi's instructions for preserving artichokes, which we reluctantly omitted from my translation of La Scienza in Cucina, his landmark cookbook (the Art of Eating Well, Random House), for want of space.
Grilled Artichokes -- Carciofi in Gratella
You might not think to grill an artichoke, but Artusi did, and included a recipe, which I omitted from my translation of his book for want of space. And here it is:
You might not think to grill an artichoke, but Artusi did, and included a recipe, which I omitted from my translation of his book for want of space. And here it is:
Stuffed Artichokes -- Le mamme Ripiene
Italians call the large (4-inch diameter) round artichokes that work best for stuffing mamme because they frequently have baby artichokes attached to their stems. Figure one to two mamme, or three to four smaller artichokes per person, as a main course.
Italians call the large (4-inch diameter) round artichokes that work best for stuffing mamme because they frequently have baby artichokes attached to their stems. Figure one to two mamme, or three to four smaller artichokes per person, as a main course.
Artichoke and Bean Sprout Salad -- Insalata di Carciofi e Germogli
This is based on a salad roundup that appeared a number of years ago in an Italian cooking magazine.
This is based on a salad roundup that appeared a number of years ago in an Italian cooking magazine.
Potatoes with Artichokes -- Patate coi Carciofi
Potatoes do a remarkably good job of complementing the bitterness of artichokes, and this is a standard winter dish in our home. The recipe is from my wife's grandmother.
Potatoes do a remarkably good job of complementing the bitterness of artichokes, and this is a standard winter dish in our home. The recipe is from my wife's grandmother.
Carciofi alla Giudia -- Jewish-style Artichokes
It might not know that Rome was one of the first places to host a Synagogue outside of Palestine. Jewish traders arrived well before the birth of Christ, and during the Imperial period the Roman Jewish community numbered about 50,000. Though there's no telling how old this recipe is, it could conceivably date back to Imperial times. In any case, carciofi alla giudia are a wonderful treat: they look like golden sunflowers and their leaves have a delicious nutty crunchiness.
It might not know that Rome was one of the first places to host a Synagogue outside of Palestine. Jewish traders arrived well before the birth of Christ, and during the Imperial period the Roman Jewish community numbered about 50,000. Though there's no telling how old this recipe is, it could conceivably date back to Imperial times. In any case, carciofi alla giudia are a wonderful treat: they look like golden sunflowers and their leaves have a delicious nutty crunchiness.
Fried Artichokes -- Carciofi Fritti
A fried artichoke is simplicity in itself.
A fried artichoke is simplicity in itself.
Sautéed Artichokes and Potatoes -- Carciofi e Patate Soffritti
Artichokes and potatoes are a fine combination, and there are many different renditions of it. In this case, they're sautéed.
Artichokes and potatoes are a fine combination, and there are many different renditions of it. In this case, they're sautéed.
Artichokes: Mamme e Fliglioli
About artichokes and how to prepare them for use, and a recipe for Roman-style artichokes.
About artichokes and how to prepare them for use, and a recipe for Roman-style artichokes.
Canned Artichokes: Carciofi Sott'Olio
Artichokes packed in oil are tasty antipasti, and an excellent side dish too.
Artichokes packed in oil are tasty antipasti, and an excellent side dish too.
Artichokes Stuffed With Baked Fennel and Pecorino
"Here I've combined my two favorite Sicilian vegetables into one dish," writes Erica De Mane.
"Here I've combined my two favorite Sicilian vegetables into one dish," writes Erica De Mane.
Baby Artichokes Braised With Orange Sauce
"Sicilians find creative uses for the many varieties of oranges that grown on the island," writes Erica De Mane. "Orange flavor finds its way into meat, fish, and vegetable dishes..."
"Sicilians find creative uses for the many varieties of oranges that grown on the island," writes Erica De Mane. "Orange flavor finds its way into meat, fish, and vegetable dishes..."
Peggy's Artichoke Recipes
A collection from our Home Cooking Guide, with lots of things including stuffed artichokes Moroccan and a Creole style (with prawns).
A collection from our Home Cooking Guide, with lots of things including stuffed artichokes Moroccan and a Creole style (with prawns).
Dijon!
A number of recipes that call for Dijon mustard, including Dijon-stuffed artichokes. Not Italian but interesting! From Foodwine.
A number of recipes that call for Dijon mustard, including Dijon-stuffed artichokes. Not Italian but interesting! From Foodwine.
Italian-style stuffed Artichokes
From Ditty's Sunday Supper.
From Ditty's Sunday Supper.