Ingredients:
1 3/4 lbs medium artichokes
2 tablespoons butter
3 slices prosciutto, cut into slivers
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 sprig fresh thyme
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper
Directions:
Trim artichokes and quarter them lengthwise.
Place into bowl of water with a tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.
Melt butter in large skillet.
add prosciutto and shallots until softened Drain artichokes and put into pan.
add thyme, water.
cover skillet, cook until tender (about 12 minutes).
shake covered pan occasionally, adding more water if necessary.
when artichokes are easily pierced with knife, remove lid and raise the heat to high.
cook until moisture evaporates, and artichokes sizzle.
remove from heat, cool a bit.
add cream, return to medium heat.
season with pepper.
serve warm.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 40 min.