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Braised Artichokes in Tomato Sauce

1st February 2022

Cook time: 50
Prep time: 20

This dish consists of tender artichokes braised in a spicy tomato sauce – Buon Appetito! Braising artichokes in tomato sauce creates a meltingly veggie side dish. Want to upgrade this dish? Add a handful of flavorful Kalamata olives.

BRAISED ARTICHOKES IN TOMATO SAUCE

Ingredients

  • 1/3 Cup Olive Oil
  • 4 Garlic Cloves, Minced
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Red Chili Flakes
  • 1 Cup Dry White Wine
  • 1 (14 Ounce) Can Chopped Tomatoes (I Prefer Mutti Brand)
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Leaves (See Notes Above), Divided
  • 6 Medium Artichokes, Cleaned & Placed In A Lemon Water Bath To Prevent DiscolorationBRAISED ARTICHOKES IN TOMATO SAUCE

Instructions

  1. Cut the artichokes into half lengthwise.
  2. In a heavy pot (I use my terra-cotta baker), heat the oil over medium heat until lightly smoking.
  3. Add the garlic, pepper flakes and cook a minute or two until the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Add the wine, tomatoes, and half the parsley.
  5. Season well with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  6. Add the artichokes cut side down, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
  7. Cook about 40 to 45 minutes, turning the artichokes halfway, until the chokes are fork tender and the sauce has thickened.
  8. Stir in the remainder of the parsley, and arrange the chokes on a platter.
  9. Spoon the sauce over the artichokes and serve immediately.