UK usually patronising uk â /ËpÃ¦t.rÉ.naÉª.zÉªÅ/ us â /ËpeÉª.trÉ.naÉª.zÉªÅ/. âº speaking or behaving towards someone as if they are stupid or not important: It's that patronizing tone of hers that I can't bear. Thesaurus: synonyms and related words. Showing arrogance and conceit.
Place the artichokes in a steamer basket over the boiling water and cover the pot. Steam the artichokes until tender â up to an hour with a conventional pot, or 20 to 30 minutes with a pressure cooker.
Braise: Heat 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet; add baby artichokes and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add 1 cup each white wine (or dry vermouth) and water and 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or rosemary or tarragon). Bring to a simmer; cover, reduce heat and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.