Aegean Artichoke And Penne Pasta Salad Recipe

• 6 x fresh baby artichokes
• 1/4 c. lemon juice
• 1/2 lb penne
• 1/2 c. tomato juice
• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 x juice of one lemon
• 2 clv garlic, chopped
• 3 Tbsp. fresh parsley
• 3 Tbsp. fresh basil or possibly 1 teaspoon dry
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 c. fresh tomato, minced
• 1/2 c. kalamata olives
• 2 Tbsp. capers
• 1/2 c. feta cheese (optional)

1. 1.
2. Cut stems off artichokes.
3. Peel off tough outer leaves to reveal yellow-green hearts.
4. Cut artichokes into quarters.
5. Combine 1/4 c. lemon juice with 2 c. water in a medium bowl.
6. Add in artichokes to lemon water and toss to prevent discoloration.
7. Drain.
8. Steam artichokes till tender, about 20 min.
9. chill.
10. 2.
11. In a large pot, bring 2 qts water to a rapid boil.
12. Add in 1 tsp.
13. salt and penne.
14. Cook penne till al dente, about 10 min.
15. Drain and rinse with cool water.
16. 3.
17. To make salad dressing: combine tomato juice, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parlsey, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor or possibly blender and puree for 30 seconds.
18. 4.
19. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives and feta cheese in a large bowl salad bowl.
20. Pour dressing over and toss well.

fresh baby artichokes, lemon juice, penne, tomato juice, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh basil, salt, black pepper, fresh tomato, kalamata olives, capers, feta cheese

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/aegean-artichoke-and-penne-pasta-salad-62555 (may not work)