Artichoke Purée

• 30 ml (1 fl oz) grape seed oil
• 8 artichoke hearts and stems (reserved from opposite), thinly sliced

In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over low heat, add the artichoke and a pinch of salt and sweat for 15 minutes or until tender without colouring. Add the water and simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove from the heat and tip the contents of the pan into an upright blender. Blend on high speed for 5 minutes or until silky smooth. Check the seasoning and pass through a fine sieve. Store, covered