Recipe

Instructions

1. To prepare artichokes, slice 1 inch off tops; discard. Cut off stems even with base; remove small outer leaves. Trim off sharp leaf tips (about 1/2 inch) with kitchen shears or paring knife. Rinse artichokes under cold water. (To prevent darkening, rub lemon half on cut edges of artichokes.)
2. Arrange artichokes upright in saucepan. Add water to depth of 2 inches; add salt. Bring water to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 25 to 30 minutes, or until leaves pull out easily.
3. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, mushrooms, green onions, blue cheese, less sodium soy sauce, lemon juice and peel; chill.
4. Drain artichokes; cool enough to handle. Gently spread open center leaves; remove choke (fuzzy) portion from center with spoon.
5. To serve, spoon about 1/4 cup blue cheese mixture into center of each artichoke.