Creamy Artichoke Pasta Recipe

• 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil - (to 3 tbspns)
• 2 x shallots chopped
• 2 x garlic cloves chopped
• 1/2 c. vermouth
• 8 x fresh artichoke hearts steamed, diced, (or possibly 1 12-ounce can artichoke hearts, liquid removed, diced)
• 2 Tbsp. freshly-squeezed lemon juice Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
• 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
• 2 tsp fresh thyme (or possibly 1/2 tspn dry thyme)
• 2 Tbsp. slivered pimento pepper
• 1 1/2 c. cottage cheese
• 1/2 c. ricotta cheese
• 1 lb penne cooked
• 1/4 c. grated asiago, Parmesan, or possibly Romano cheese

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