Grilled Artichokes

with Garlic-Lemon Aioli

Yield: 6 servings

Preparation Time: and Active Time: 45 min; Total Time: 45 min

Ingredients

6 large fresh artichokes, rinsed well

1 whole lemon

1/2 cup Essential Everyday Real Mayonnaise

2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

3 tablespoons Essential Everyday 100% Pure Olive Oil, divided

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon minced garlic

Directions:

In large stockpot, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Cut 1/2 inch of the top off artichokes and cut stem flush with bottom. Trim tips of leaves with scissors to remove thorns.

Cut lemon in half; squeeze into boiling water and add rinds to water. Carefully place artichokes in water; cover. Gently boil 20 minutes or until tender. Remove artichokes from water and drain well. Let cool.

In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, lemon zest and garlic; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Prepare grill to medium heat. When artichokes are cooled, cut in half; using a spoon, scrape out the fuzzy heart and discard. Lightly brush both sides of artichoke with remaining oil; salt and pepper to taste.

Place artichokes on grill; grill, turning occasionally, until lightly browned (about 1-2 minutes per side).

Serve grilled artichokes with garlic-lemon aioli.

Recipe and photo used with permission from Essential Everyday

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