Lemony Artichoke Bowl (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/4 cup of butter or 4 tablespoons
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1 small white onion, diced after peeling
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1 stalk of celery, finely chopped
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3 garlic cloves, crushed or minced
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1/4 cup of plain flour
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6 cups of chicken or veggie broth
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon of dried thyme
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3 jars (14-ounce each) of artichoke hearts, drained
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Juice from 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemons
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Fine sea salt and cracked black pepper, to your liking
→ Extra Toppings
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A sprinkle of smoked paprika
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Slices of fresh lemon
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Chopped herbs like basil, parsley, chives, or thyme
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Grated Parmesan cheese
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Croutons
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Crispy crumbled bacon
# Instructions:
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Cut off the tips of the artichoke hearts and keep them aside. Gently pull apart the artichoke petals with your fingers until they’re loose and set them aside as well.
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In a big pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Toss in the onion and celery, cooking them for around 5-6 minutes until soft. Add the garlic next, cooking for another minute or two until it smells amazing. Stir in the flour evenly and let it cook for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
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Pour in the broth, add the bay leaves, thyme, and the reserved artichoke ends (not the petals). Mix everything together, then bring it to a simmer. Lower the heat so it continues to simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
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Take out the bay leaves and throw them away. Use either an immersion blender or a regular blender to carefully blend the soup until completely smooth.
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Mix in the artichoke petals and lemon juice. Adjust the taste with a pinch of salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve it warm with your choice of toppings, like paprika, lemon slices, or fresh herbs.
# Notes:
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To make it gluten-free: Swap flour with a mix of cornstarch and cold water (add slowly until soup thickens).
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For a vegan-friendly dish: Use plant-based butter and veggie broth.
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If using a regular blender, blend hot soup in small batches while leaving the lid slightly open to let steam escape.