Grilled Artichokes with Aioli

Ingredients:

4 large artichokes

Olive oil

Salt and pepper

Lemon Aioli (see recipe below)

Directions:

1. Cut off woody portion of stem and break off tough outside leaves.

2. Place artichokes in a steamer insert with about 2-inches of water. Simmer until hearts are tender about 35-45 minutes. Allow to cool.

3. Cut artichokes in half lengthwise and remove thistles with a spoon.

4. Brush with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper or lemon pepper.

5. Grill artichokes until golden on the surface and heated through about 5 to 10 minutes.

6. Serve with Lemon Aioli.

Lemon Aioli

1 cup mayonnaise

1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

2 tsp lemon zest

1 garlic clove, crushed

Salt to taste

Combine all ingredients.