Marisa Sung’s Tempting Tapas

Artichokes in aromatic vinaigrette

Ingredients:
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
pinch ground cloves
small pinch saffron threads
1 crushed garlic clove
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
10 oz. artichoke hearts in water; drained
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:
1. Place the cumin, cloves, saffron, garlic, salt, pepper and a little vinegar in your Cuisinart powerblender duet and process to form a paste
2. Place the artichokes in a 2 cup nonreactive dish and press down to form a tight fit
3. Combine the paste with the remaining vinegar and oil and pour over. Cover and refrigerate for 2 days. Remove 30 mins. before serving.

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