Description
Stuffed Artichokes deliver classic Italian comfort with tender leaves, crispy garlic herb breadcrumbs, and rich savory flavor. This traditional recipe creates a beautiful centerpiece and fills your kitchen with irresistible aroma. Serve as a side dish or appetizer for a memorable homemade meal.
Ingredients
4 large artichokes
1 cup breadcrumbs
4 cloves garlic minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lemon juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups water
Instructions
1. Trim stems and cut the top off each artichoke. Remove tough outer leaves.
2. Spread leaves gently open and rinse thoroughly.
3. Mix breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice into the breadcrumb mixture and stir well.
5. Stuff breadcrumb mixture between the leaves of each artichoke.
6. Place stuffed artichokes upright in a pot and add water to the bottom.
7. Cover and simmer for 40–45 minutes until leaves pull off easily.
8. Remove and drizzle with additional olive oil before serving.
Notes
Use fresh artichokes for best texture and flavor.
Add red pepper flakes for gentle heat.
Store leftovers in refrigerator up to 3 days.
Reheat gently to preserve texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 artichoke
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 8mg