Easy , Awesome Artichoke Filling For Panini Or Focaccia

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, finely sliced
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, drained and sliced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
• 3 -5 drops balsamic vinegar

Recipe

• 1 warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy skillet, over very low heat and cook onion for 30 minutes, or until soft, translucent and almost melting.
• 2 stir in sliced artichoke hearts and cool over low heat for 3-5 minutes more.
• 3 add salt (to taste, if needed) and let cool slightly.
• 4 puree the mixture in blender or food processor.
• 5 add just enough balsamic vinegar to bring out the taste of the artichokes and process briefly to mix well.