Grilled Artichokes with Garlic White Wine Dip

By winefoot

Thank you Erin Kennedy for this wonderful recipe!
Check out her blog at:

http://www.mythirtyspot.com

Ingredients

• Grilled Artichokes 4 servings
• 2 large artichokes
• 1 lemon, halved
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped scallions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Garlic White Wine Dip
• 1 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp dijon or whole grain mustard
• 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt & pepper

Details

Adapted from blog.cambriawines.com

Preparation

Step 1

Trim the tops and ends of the artichoke leaves and cut in half lengthwise. Remove the centers and any fuzzy choke. Squeeze a bit of lemon to prevent browning. If you would like to prep your artichokes a head of time, place in a bowl of water with the juice from a whole lemon until your ready to boil. Pre-heat your grill on med-high heat. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add artichokes and boil for 15 minutes. Drain well. Take artichokes out carefully (they will be hot,) and lay on paper towels. Mix lemon juice from 1/2 lemon into separate bowl. Stir in olive oil, garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside until you are ready to grill your artichokes. Once you are ready to grill, brush the artichokes front and back with the garlic oil. Place artichokes on the grill. Baste with oil while cooking and turn a few times until the tips are charred and you get some grill marks. (5-10 minutes.) Serve immediately with Garlic White Wine Dip.

Garlic White Wine Dip:
In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.