Artichokes in Lemon Garlic Sauce

After wondering what I could do with a tin of artichoke hearts I found and modified this recipe that I found on the internet. The sauce is light, silky and delicious! It would made a terrific side dish for steak, chicken, pork, veal or fish.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 3

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 2  tablespoons flour
• 1  cup chicken broth
• 1  garlic clove, chopped
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon fresh parsley (not dried )
• 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1  tablespoon capers
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts

Directions

1. Melt olive oil and butter in a small saucepan.
2. Add flour and stir to create a roux, cook for 3 minutes.
3. Add chicken broth and stir until smooth and thickened.
4. Add garlic, lemon juice and parsley and simmer for 2 or 3 minutes.
5. Add the Parmesan cheese, capers and artichokes.
6. Simmer for about 10 minutes or until heated through.