Italian sautéed Artichokes and Potatoes or Carciofi e Patate is a favorite side served dish during a traditional Easter dinner.
I don't know about you, but I've certainly had enough of winter and snow this season. That's why I decided to make these Italian Artichokes & Potatoes or Carciofi e Patate in Italian; the light flavors just scream Spring!
How do you make Italian Artichokes and Potatoes?
For this recipe you'll need baby red potatoes, artichoke hearts, garlic, lemon juice, fresh basil, EVOO, salt and pepper.
Start by adding the potatoes to a double boiler, bring to a boil and cook over high heat until potatoes are fork tender; approximately 15-20 minutes.
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet and add the cooked potatoes, artichoke hearts, garlic, lemon juice, and basil. Saute for about 10 minutes until the potatoes start to lightly brown; then season with salt and pepper.
Made with only six ingredients, these Italian Artichokes & Potatoes make the perfect side dish. They're made on top of the stove instead of using valuable oven space; especially when you usually need that real estate when cooking for a holiday.
This recipe makes enough for ten ½ cup servings and takes about 30 minutes to make. You can even prepare these the day before; then reheat in a skillet before you're ready to serve.
The flavor combination is simple, yet elegant enough to serve for a special occasion and they are delicious! If you have some leftover, heat them up for breakfast the next morning with some eggs. ~Enjoy!
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Italian Artichokes & Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Baby Red Potatoes, skins washed and cut in half
- 6 Whole Artichoke Hearts, quartered (14oz. can)
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp. Fresh Basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt
- ⅛ tsp. Black Pepper
Instructions
- Add the potatoes to a double boiler and boil over high heat until potatoes are fork tender; approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Heat the oil in a large saute pan and add the cooked potatoes, artichoke hearts, garlic, lemon juice, and basil. Saute for about 10 minutes until the potatoes start to lightly brown. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
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Renee says
This is beyond perfect side to go with an Easter ham.
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks Renee!
David @ CookingChat says
I wouldn't have thought to combine potatoes & artichokes like this, but it looks great!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thank you David, it's actually quite good. 🙂
Adam J. Holland says
What a fun and delicious side!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks for stopping by Adam, it really was and also made a nice potato dish the next morning with some eggs too. 🙂
Sue Lau says
Great side dish idea!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks Sue!
Terri Steffes says
I love the idea of this combination, especially with new potatoes. I cannot wait to try it, thanks for sharing it!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
You're welcome Terri, thanks for stopping by!
Melinda @ RecipeFiction says
I love finding a combination I've never thought of, especially when it is two things I love as much as I love potatoes and artichokes. I have a huge jar of artichoke hearts from Costco, they have some seasoning but I bet they would work wonderfully. Thanks!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
I'm sure they will taste great. If you use some of the oil from that jar it would work too. Sounds good to me, thanks for stopping by!
Laura says
I love artichoke hearts but have to admit I haven't played around with them enough. So I love finding new, interesting ideas to try them out.
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks for stopping by Laura!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
What a perfect Easter side dish that I can see going equally as well with a grilled chicken dinner.
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
It would go well with chicken, fish or a lean pork I think. It's very light.
Valerie Cathell Clark says
I love putting the artichokes together with potatoes in a saute!!! Great side dish!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks for stopping by Valerie!
Marion@LifeTastesGood says
My family is going to love this! I think I need to add this to my Easter menu! Yummmm
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thank you Marion!
Jen says
Delicious flavors going on here! Yummy!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks for stopping by Jen!
Diana @DandelionGreensBlog says
This looks and sounds delicious (I just showed my husband, and he agrees!) I have everything on hand, and think I'll try this for lunch tomorrow!
Shaina says
This is such a simple yet perfect side dish. Actually, I could probably make a meal out of it, ha!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
You absolutely could Shaina, thanks for stopping by!
susan // the wimpy vegetarian says
This is an ideal side dish for Easter dinner!! I love it's simplicity - allowing the potatoes and artichokes to find their full voice!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks for stopping by Susan!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
Count my vote for "we've had enough snow already!" too. This looks like such a perfect spring dish, especially those of us still experiencing somewhat cold temperatures. Light enough to feel like warmer weather but still hearty enough to fit the bill when there's still some chill in the air. Love it!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Sounds like the perfect veggie combination!
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thank you Cindy!
Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says
What a great idea to pair artichokes with potatoes! What a great spring side dish.
carrieexpktchn@optonline.net says
Thanks Lauren!