Savory Italian Stuffed Artichokes

Ingredients

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

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   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. 03
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the artichokes and boil for 10 minutes to soften.
4. 04
   In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and minced garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. 05
   Remove artichokes from boiling water and let them cool slightly. Gently separate the leaves and remove the choke using a spoon.
6. 06
   Stuff the breadcrumb mixture into the space between the leaves of each artichoke.
7. 07
   Place the stuffed artichokes in a baking dish. Drizzle each with olive oil.
8. 08
   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until the artichokes are tender.
9. 09
   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.