Best 2 Genovese Style Artichokes Recipes

Genovese-style artichokes, known as "carciofi alla genovese" in Italian, are a traditional Ligurian dish that showcases the unique flavors of the region. Originating from the city of Genoa, this savory dish has gained popularity beyond Italy's borders, captivating food enthusiasts with its vibrant colors, tender texture, and aromatic blend of herbs and spices. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, Genovese-style artichokes offer a delightful culinary experience that captures the essence of Ligurian cuisine.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

RIGATONI ALLA GENOVESE

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I have no idea why this amazingly flavorful Genovese-style meat sauce isn't way more popular than it is. It's quite simply one of the best pasta sauces you'll ever taste, thanks to a very slow cooking process, and massive amounts of onions.

Provided by Chef John

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 10h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 ounces pancetta or salt pork, diced
2 ½ pounds beef chuck
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ cup diced celery
½ cup diced carrot
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 bay leaf
⅔ cup white wine
4 pounds yellow onions, sliced
2 pounds red onions, sliced
salt to taste
2 (16 ounce) boxes uncooked rigatoni
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram leaves
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook pancetta until most of fat is rendered out, about 6 minutes. Remove cooked pancetta with a slotted spoon and save.
Raise heat to high and transfer meat to the pot. Season with salt. Cook and stir until liquid releases from beef and begins to evaporate, and meat browns, 10 to 15 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium-high. Add celery, carrots, reserved cooked pancetta, salt and pepper. Cook and stir about 5 minutes. Add a heaping tablespoon of tomato paste, bay leaf, and white wine. Cook and stir, scraping up the brownings from the bottom of the pan, 2 to 3 minutes. Add sliced onions. Reduce heat to medium. Cover pot and cook 30 minutes without stirring. After 30 minutes, stir onions and meat until well mixed. Cover again, and cook another 30 minutes. Stir.
Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered 8 to 10 hours, stirring occasionally. Skim off fat as mixture cooks. If sauce seems to reduce too much, add water or broth as needed to maintain a sauce-like consistency. Cook until beef and onions seem to melt into each other.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until just barely al dente, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
Add rigatoni to the sauce and cook until heated through. Serve topped with a pinch of marjoram and freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 891.2 calories, Carbohydrate 116.8 g, Cholesterol 79.9 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1022.2 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

SPAGHETTI GENOVESE

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This vegetarian pasta dish is the perfect solution when you want something quick and tasty - and everything's cooked in one pan

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Lunch, Pasta, Supper, Vegetable

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

300g new potato , sliced
300g spaghetti
200g trimmed green bean , cut in half
120g tub fresh pesto
olive oil , for drizzling

Steps:

Pour a kettle of boiling water into a very large pan until half full. Return to the boil, then add the potatoes and spaghetti, and a little salt. Cook for 10 minutes until the potatoes and pasta are almost tender. Tip in the green beans and cook for 5 minutes more.
Drain well, reserving 4 tbsp of the cooking liquid. Return the potatoes, pasta and beans to the pan, then stir in the fresh pesto and reserved cooking liquid. Season to taste, divide between four serving plates and drizzle with a little olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

Tips:

When selecting artichokes, choose ones that are heavy for their size and have tightly closed leaves.
To prepare the artichokes, remove the tough outer leaves and trim the stem.
Use a sharp knife to cut a cross into the center of the artichoke, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff the artichokes with your desired fillings, such as bread crumbs, herbs, and cheese.
Place the artichokes in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water and steam until the leaves are tender, about 30 minutes.
Serve the artichokes warm with melted butter, olive oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Genovese-style artichokes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. With their tender leaves and flavorful stuffing, these artichokes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook artichokes, give this Genovese-style recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!