Ingredients

  • 4 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 4 whole artichoke hearts, on skewer
  • Vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 cup cream
  • Several sprigs cilantro, leaf only, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • Suggested garnishes are Cotija or Manchego cheeses, toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts.

Method

  • To prepare grilled vegetables: Preheat a grill.
  • Coat vegetables lightly with oil, place on grill just away from the hottest spot.
  • Turn occasionally with tongs to sear all surfaces.
  • Remove to a dish to let cool.
  • Reserve any juices that accumulate.
  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic with butter over medium heat, stirring.
  • In a food processor, small chop the grilled vegetables.
  • In saucepan with onion/garlic mixture, add vegetable stock, cream, grilled vegetables, and cilantro.
  • Bring to simmer, stir to heat evenly.
  • Combine cornstarch and water in a small separate bowl.
  • Slowly add to saucepan while stirring to combine.
  • The sauce will thicken slightly in 1 to 2 minutes to desired consistency.
  • Add more cornstarch or water if necessary.
  • Add salt, dash with pepper, to taste.
  • Serve with suggested garnishes, if desired.