artichokes with fresh ricotta souffle

By christy • March 13, 2011 • 1 Comments

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Author Notes: i actually made ricotta this week and because it spoils quickly have been using it in many of my recipes this week. - christy

Makes 6 small or 3-4 large

steam artichokes in water until the leaves can be gently tugged from the base--approximately 25-35 minutes
meanwhile, mix together the ricotta, parmesan, egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper and thyme in a small bowl.
when the artichokes are done, remove from steamer and allow to cool enough to handle.
once cool, gently remove the tender light green interior leaves to expose the choke. also remove the choke with a spoon.
spread the remaining leaves of the artichoke gently out to form a cup. fill the cup with the ricotta mixture
stand the artichokes in a pan or cupcake tin and place in a 350 degree oven for approximately 20 minutes. allow the cheese to souffle and the top to brown slightly.
remove from oven and serve warm as part of an assembled salad or by itself.