Chilled Artichoke With Garlic Mayonnaise

On one of my many cookbook /recipe searches , I found a cookbook called Americana Cookery. I liked the name , but I loved some of the recipes in it even more. Thought I might place some of them here for safe keeping and to share

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6 artichokes

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
• 1  clove garlic, mashed
• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 1  cup lemon juice
• 6  large artichokes, steamed and chilled

Directions

1. To steam the artichoke: wash the artichoke under cold, running water.
2. Trim the end of the stem to 1 inch. ( the stem is an extension of the artichoke heart and is edible!).
3. Trim the top of the artichoke by cutting off 1/4 of the top (about an inch) and discard, Rub cut edges of leaves with lemon juice
4. Then, arrange artichokes in a steamer insert or basket in a pot deep enough to keep artichokes above water.
5. Cover and steam over rapid-boiling water (making sure to maintain the water level), until artichokes are tender.
6. Depending on size and quantity of artichokes, steaming time can range from 30 to 50 minutes; lift out carefully and drain.
7. Chill until ready to eat or serve warm.
8. While artichokes are steaming:
9. Blend mayonnaise and garlic until smooth.
10. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
11. Remove leaved from artichokes and arrange them on serving platter.
12. Place 1 teaspoons of mayonnaise into articholes, sprinkle with paprika.
13. Serve.