*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       Aegean Artichoke & Penne Salad

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pasta Salad                   Vegetarian

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   6                    Fresh baby artichokes
     1/4   c            Lemon juice
     1/2   lb           Penne
     1/2   c            Tomato juice
   2       tb           Olive oil
   1                    Lemon -- juice of
   2       cl           Garlic -- minced
   3       tb           Fresh parsley
   3       tb           Fresh basil -OR-
   1       ts           Dried basil
     1/2   ts           Salt
     1/4   ts           Black pepper
     1/2   c            Fresh tomato -- chopped
     1/2   c            Kalamata olives
   2       tb           Capers
     1/2   c            Feta cheese (optional)

  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.
  
  In a large pot, bring 2 qt water to a rapid boil. Add 1 ts salt and
  penne. Cook penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse
  with cold water.
  
  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.
  
  Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives, and feta cheese in
  a large bowl salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.

  Enjoy, Jen


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