Recipe for Aegean Artichoke and Penne Pasta Salad 
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Yield:
1
Ingredients:
Amount Ingredient
6 x fresh baby artichokes
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 lb penne
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 tbl olive oil
1 x juice of one lemon
2 clv garlic, minced
3 tbl fresh parsley
3 tbl fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup fresh tomato, chopped
1/2 cup kalamata olives
2 tbl capers
Instructions:
Instructions: 1. 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.

2. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts water to a rapid boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and penne. Cook penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

3. To make salad dressing: combine tomato juice, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parlsey, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree for 30 seconds.

4. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives and feta cheese in a large bowl salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.

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