Aegean Artichoke& Penne Pasta Salad

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Aegean Artichoke & Penne Pasta Salad

Recipe By : dartji@gdss.grumman.com (Jim Dart !!!)
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salads Pasta

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 fresh baby artichokes
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 pound penne pasta
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of one lemon
2 cloves garlic -- minced
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
3 tablespoons fresh basil -- or 1 tsp. dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup fresh tomato -- chopped
1/2 cup olives -- Kalamata
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup feta cheese -- optional


1. Cut stems off artichokes. Peel off tough outer leaves to reveal
yellow-green hearts. Cut artichokes into quarters. Combine 1/4 cup lemon

juice with 2 cups water in a medium bowl. Add artichokes to lemon water
and toss to prevent discoloration. Drain. Steam artichokes until tender,

about 20 minutes. chill. 2. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts water to a
rapid boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and penne. Cook penne until al dente,
about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. 3. To make salad
dressing: combine tomato juice, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley,
basil, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree for 30
seconds. 4. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives and feta
cheese in a large bowl salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.





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