Artichokes are dense and dry, so blanching is a good method to soften their tough fibers and help them absorb the smoke flavor that comes from live fire, says Steven Raichlen, author of the new ...

In a large pot, fill 1/4 of the pot with water. Salt the water generously. Place steamer basket on top. Fill the basket with lemon slices. Heat water to boiling. Rinse artichokes. Snip off the pointy ...

Add the olive oil to a small sauce pot over medium heat and begin to sauté the garlic and shallot about 1 minute. When the shallot and garlic become translucent add the tomato and cook another 2 ...

This recipe by grilling expert and cookbook author Steven Raichlen was inspired by his travels in Cagliari, Sardinia. It offers an exception to the general rule that it’s easier to grill water-rich ...

Grilled artichokes are a great dish to serve when warm-weather entertaining. Not only are they scrumptious, most of the preparation can be done in advance. Blanched until tender and then grilled ...

Marcelle's husband came home bearing a box of 12 baby artichokes. They were delicious served with a dipping sauce made with mayonnaise, garlic and anchovies. Makes 6 servings (2 artichokes per person) ...

The popularity of a special appetizer at Palm Beach Grill recently has rivalled the restaurant’s longtime favorite starters such as deviled eggs and fried oysters. Now the clock is ticking: The ...

We ate dinner on the back porch four times last week -- only partly because I’ve been making aioli, though that probably could be considered reason enough. Essentially, aioli is nothing more than raw ...

Artichokes are dense and dry, so blanching is a good method to soften their tough fibers and help them absorb the smoke flavor that comes from live fire, says Steven Raichlen, author of the new ...

Grilled artichokes are a great dish to serve when warm-weather entertaining. Not only are they scrumptious, most of the preparation can be done in advance. Blanched until tender and then grilled ...