Fire-Roasted Artichokes
OCEAN MIST FARMS
4 Ocean Mist jumbo artichokes VINAIGRETTE
4 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
4 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon water
2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt and dried basil Pinch of salt and pepper
1. Rinse artichokes. Trim off top quarter of each artichoke and half of
stem. With shears, snip off remaining petal thorns.
2. Stand artichokes in a deep pot. Add about 3 inches of water. Bring to a
boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until bottoms of stems are completely
soft, about 30-40 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, to prepare vinaigrette, combine all ingredients in a small
bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
4. Combine olive oil, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt and basil in a small
bowl. Cut cooked artichokes in half through the stem and remove fuzzy
centers. Place cut side up and pour mixture over artichokes.
5. Prepare a charcoal grill. Place the artichokes cut side up on the grill. Grill
until leaves are charred, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Serve with vinaigrette for dipping. Makes 8 servings.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
with Gourmet Sauces
OKAMI
For variety, try these favorites in addition to the dipping sauce included
with Okami Lettuce Wraps.
WASABI CREAM SAUCE
1/2 cup Mexican cream
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon wasabi powder
2 tablespoons distilled
white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon chili sauce
Combine all ingredients and blend well. Makes 8 servings.
PEANUT SAUCE
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
2 tablespoons distilled
white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped
fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Makes 8 servings.
ASIAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAPS
1. Remove meal kit components from package.
2. Pierce fully cooked chicken package with 2-3 holes to vent and place
on a microwave-safe dish. Heat on high for 45-60 seconds.
3. Rinse and separate lettuce leaves.
4. To serve, place chicken, crispy rice noodles and sauce in lettuce cups;
fold lettuce together.
Brands may vary by region; substitute a similar product.
Cooking in Style The Costco Way
