Savory Italian Stuffed Artichokes

Ingredients

• 4 whole artichokes trimmed
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 1/4 cup parsley chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
• 1 whole lemon cut into wedges

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2 Trim the artichokes by cutting off the top quarter and snipping the tips of the leaves. Remove the stem to create a flat base.
3. 3 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the artichokes and boil for 10 minutes to soften.
4. 4 In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and minced garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5 Remove artichokes from boiling water and let them cool slightly. Gently separate the leaves and remove the choke using a spoon.
6. 6 Stuff the breadcrumb mixture into the space between the leaves of each artichoke.
7. 7 Place the stuffed artichokes in a baking dish. Drizzle each with olive oil.
8. 8 Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until the artichokes are tender.
9. 9 Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the top.
10. 10 Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the artichokes.