Thursday, July 8, 2010

Grilled Sausage, Artichoke and White Beans


baby artichokes (about 1 1/2 per person)

spicy italian sausages
olive oil
1 white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cup chicken (or vegetable stock)
1 tsp italian seasoning
3 - 14.5oz cans of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup white wine
1 - 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 tsp 21 seasoning or seasoning blend like Mrs. Dash

Trim artichoke by cutting about 1/2 inch of stem, remove all of the tough leaves and cut top off. Boil artichoke in water for about 20 minutes.

While artichokes are cooking, drizzle non-stick sauté pan with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add onions and season with italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Sauté until onions begin to brown. Add garlic and continue sauté for about 5 minutes. Add white wine and sauté until reduced to almost a completely gone. Add beans, tomatoes and chicken broth. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir occasionally.

Once artichokes are done, remove from water and slice in half. Place in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, 21 seasoning (or alternative) and coat with olive oil. Toss to completely coat.

Preheat grill. Place artichokes and sausages on grill and cook while turning occasionally.

Once sausages and artichokes are done. Place bean mixture in a shallow bowl, top with artichoke and sliced sausage. Serve and ENJOY!!!!

Wine pairing......Pinot Noir.

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