Artichoke Pasta

A delightfully simple recipe, ideal for a weeknight supper. Use fresh herbs to get the best flavours and complement the artichokes.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

110g/4oz artichokes, marinated in oil

1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed

1 tbsp finely chopped parsley

1 tbsp finely chopped thyme, leaves only

450g/1lb linguine pasta, cooked

½ lemon, juice only

parmesan shavings

Preparation method

Pour the artichokes, with their oil into a pan and mash them down with a fork.

Add the garlic, parsley and thyme and heat through for a couple of minutes and then pour over the warm pasta.

Add the lemon juice and toss thoroughly.

Serve in bowls topped with shavings of parmesan cheese.