Thistles In Almond Sauce
The recipe for this dish brings together tender thistles with a flavorful mix of garlic, almonds, and parmesan cheese, creating a comforting and savory baked dish. The thistles are cooked until tender, then combined with a nutty almond mixture and topped with a golden crust of cheese and parsley. A sprinkling of almond flakes adds a delightful crunch, making this dish a delectable and satisfying choice for a cozy meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- Thistles
- 2 garlic cloves
- almond, finely ground
- Almond flakes
- parseley, chopped
- parmesan cheese, grated
- black peppecorns, freshly ground
Instructions
- Clean the thistles and eliminate the hard filaments. Cut into pieces of two to three cm and cook in boiling water until tender. Drain and keep some of the cooking water. In a frying pan reheat some olive oil, add the garlic finely sliced and fry gently until golden. Add the ground almonds and toast lightly, stirring continuously. Add a couple of ladles of the cooking water and let simmer for a couple of minutes. Stir in the boiled thistles and bubble to thicken a bit. Finish with chopped parseley, grated parmesan cheese, almond flakes and freshly ground black pepper. Place all in a baking dish and grill for 15-20 minutes at 180 ºC.
Yield
Serves 6
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