Summer

Artichoke Hearts with Hollandaise Sauce and Mint

May  5, 2010
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  • Serves 4
Author Notes

This is a recipe inspired by necessity to come up with an impressive yet simple first course for a last minute dinner party using ingredients I had on hand. I had torn the picture out of a magazine in the doctor's office but not the recipe so this is what I came up with. A beautiful start to a summer dinner. —foodfanatic

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Ingredients
  • 8-12 canned artichoke hearts
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3 egg yolks
  • juice of half a lemon
  • 4 teaspoons warm water
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taster
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 3/4 cup pomegranate seeds
Directions
  1. Drain and rinse the artichoke hearts very well. Cook in acidulated water for 8-10 minutes .
  2. Melt the butter until very hot and foamy, but not browned.
  3. In a separate bowl beat the egg yolks and lemon juice together, gradually adding the melted butter and then the warm water. Place the sauce over a double boiler and cook for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
  4. Arrange the artichoke hearts on a platter or 4 individual plates and drizzle over the sauce. Scatter with the mint leaves and pomegranate seeds and serve immediately .
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