BUTTER-BRAISED CARDOONS WITH MUSHROOMS AND BREAD CRUMBS
Cardoons are related to artichokes but look like celery - or celery gone wild, anyway. They take a little time and trouble to find (try a specialty grocery store or an Italian market) and to trim and string, but they are worth the effort.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, lunch, vegetables, appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil and salt it moderately. Strip the cardoons of leaves and string as you would celery. Cut each stalk lengthwise into 2 or 3 long strips, then crosswise into 2-inch lengths. You'll have about 3 cups. Squeeze the lemon juice into the water and boil the cardoons until fairly tender, 10 to 12 minutes; drain and rinse.
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a skillet wide enough to accommodate the cardoons comfortably. When the foam subsides, add the cardoons, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until they take on a bit of color, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the garlic and mushrooms and continue to cook until the mushrooms are mostly tender, 5 minutes. Add the bread crumbs and a pinch of salt and raise the heat to medium-high; cook, stirring occasionally, until the bread crumbs brown a bit and the cardoons are fully tender and sweet, 5 minutes longer.
- Squeeze a bit of lemon juice over the top, taste for salt, add pepper to taste and serve hot or warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 199, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 518 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Angelia Dagnen
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Kunashe Mupunga
[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients.
Mike Thornton
[email protected]The cardoons were not cooked properly and the sauce was too thin.
Judith Hernandez
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste.
Deborrah Thompson
[email protected]I wasn't a huge fan of the flavor of the cardoons, but the mushrooms and bread crumbs were good.
Nahomy Rodriguez
[email protected]The cardoons were a bit tough, but the sauce and bread crumbs were delicious.
Lefa Ramaala
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort.
Bianca Badea
[email protected]I love the addition of mushrooms and bread crumbs to this recipe. They add a lot of flavor and texture.
Mercy Ricky
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies in.
Sambesiwe Dingela
[email protected]I've never cooked cardoons before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the results were delicious.
Sadique Alinizami
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cardoons.
Shawon Biswas
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Waheed Gillani
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cardoons, but I really enjoyed this dish. The butter sauce and bread crumbs really made a difference.
Asad shafiq
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
Ch Gujjar
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cardoons, mushrooms, and bread crumbs complement each other perfectly.
Ahamd AL hmod
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort.
Nouman Haider
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the results were fantastic! The cardoons were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. The addition of mushrooms and bread crumbs added a nice touch of texture and flavor.
HM Mahi
[email protected]The cardoons were perfectly cooked, with a slightly crunchy texture that complemented the soft and savory mushrooms. The bread crumbs added a nice crispy touch, and the butter sauce tied everything together beautifully.
Jose Chic
[email protected]This butter-braised cardoons recipe is a delightful culinary experience that combines earthy flavors with a touch of elegance. The cardoons were tender and flavorful, and the combination of mushrooms and bread crumbs added a delightful richness and t