Artichokes

Artichokes are probably my most favorite Veggie! Thankfully Samantha loves them too so they never go to waste in our house. This is a super simple recipe that I created and I hope you try if you are intimidated by this veggie!

Ingred.
2 Artichockes - anysize, cut in half, scoop out the hair and the purple leaves, if any
1 tbls. black peppercorns - whole
1 lemon cut in half
4-5 sprigs fresh Thyme
3 Cloves garlic peeled and cut in half
Salt

In a large stock pot fill with salted water and boil. Once boiling, add all the ingred. and return to a boil. Reduce to med heat and let cook for approx 20 minutes. Remove from water and set aside.

Dipping Sauce ~
In a sauce pot, add 1/2 a stick of unsalted butter and melt. Once melted turn the heat off and add....
1/2 tsp. salt
half of a lemon - juice only
minced fresh Thyme
1 tsp. dried Dill (secret ingred)
~place in a small bowl and you are ready to dig in!!!