Meat
and Poultry:
Veal
Escalopes with Artichoke Hearts
from
California
Sizzles
Easy
and Distinctive Recipes for a Vibrant Lifestyle
INGREDIENTS:
5
Tablespoons butter
1/2
pound veal escalopes
Flour for dusting
1
pint half and half, or whipping cream
2
Tablespoons tarragon
1/2
teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
1
package frozen artichoke hearts
Arrowroot or cornstarch for thickening
TO
PREPARE:
1.
Melt 2 Tablespoons butter in large skillet. Dust veal
with flour, and place in hot skillet. Brown veal on
both sides.
2.
Remove cooked veal and place on hot plate, keeping
warm.
3.
Add half and half, remaining butter, tarragon, salt and
pepper to medium-hot skillet.
4.
Cook frozen artichokes according package directions,
and drain. Add to skillet.
5.
Bring sauce to a boil and simmer. Add arrowroot or
cornstarch, as needed, to thicken sauce.
6.
Pour thickened sauce over cooked veal and serve at
once.
Note:
Turkey slices can be substituted for the veal in this rich, subtly flavored
dish.
SERVES:
4
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