Chilled Artichoke With Garlic Mayonnaise

• 14 teaspoon paprika
• 1 clove garlic, mashed
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 6 large artichokes, steamed and chilled

1. To steam the artichoke: wash the artichoke under cold, running water.
2. Trim the end of the stem to 1 inch.
3. ( the stem is an extension of the artichoke heart and is edible!
4. ).
5. Trim the top of the artichoke by cutting off 1/4 of the top (about an inch) and discard, Rub cut edges of leaves with lemon juice
6. Then, arrange artichokes in a steamer insert or basket in a pot deep enough to keep artichokes above water.
7. Cover and steam over rapid-boiling water (making sure to maintain the water level), until artichokes are tender.
8. Depending on size and quantity of artichokes, steaming time can range from 30 to 50 minutes; lift out carefully and drain.
9. Chill until ready to eat or serve warm.
10. While artichokes are steaming:.
11. Blend mayonnaise and garlic until smooth.
12. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
13. Remove leaved from artichokes and arrange them on serving platter.
14. Place 1 teaspoons of mayonnaise into articholes, sprinkle with paprika.
15. Serve.

paprika, clove garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, artichokes

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chilled-artichoke-with-garlic-mayonnaise-435498 (may not work)