Rice With Artichokes

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Rice
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 6
 

Ingredients:

6 medium artichokes
1/2 cup olive oil
3 teaspoons salt -- freshly ground
1 teaspoons black pepper
3 cups cold water
1 1/2 cups rice; short grained -- arborio best
 

Preparation:

Trim artichokes; remove any choke and slice very thin. Heat oil thoroughly in a large skillet and add the artichoke slices. Season with 2 teaspoons salt and pepper to taste. Cook over high heat, stirring frequently , for approximately 5 minutes. Lower heat to medium and cook, stirring frequently, another 10 minutes. Bring 3 cups of water with 1 tsp salt to a boil. Add rice and cook, covered, for 12 to 15 minutes. Add to skillet with artichokes and stir to combine. SERVES: 6