Baby Artichokes, Ham & Fettuccini



1 cup smoked ham, julienned
2 tablespoons shallot, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chicken stock
4 cups hot cooked fettuccini
1½ cup cooked baby artichokes, halved or quartered depending upon size*
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
2 tablespoons EACH chopped ripe and green olives

1. Saute ham, shallot and garlic in butter. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add fettuccini and toss. Add artichokes; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and olives.

*For preparation of baby artichokes see the directions under Prepping Baby Artichokes. You will need about 2 pounds of chokes, approximately 20-24 artichokes. After trimming to hearts, cook in boiling water, flavored with lemon juice & garlic until just tender. Let the chokes cool; cut in half or quarters.

Servings: 4

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