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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup mixed chopped fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, and dill)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped drained capers
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 large artichokes, trimmed

Method

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl; season herb mayonnaise with salt and pepper.
  • DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
  • Cover and chill.
  • Place steamer rack in large pot.
  • Add just enough water to touch bottom of rack.
  • Place artichokes on rack.
  • Bring water to boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium, cover, and steam until artichokes are tender when base is pierced with small sharp knife, adding more water to pot as needed, about 50 minutes.
  • DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead.
  • Leave artichokes in uncovered steamer; let stand at room temperature.
  • Resteam until heated through.
  • Place artichokes on plates; cool 10 minutes.
  • Serve with herb mayonnaise.