Nonna's Artichokes, or artichokes prepared in a traditional Italian style, are a delicious and classic dish. Here's a recipe that mimics the way many Italian grandmothers (nonnas) prepare this tasty vegetable:
How to prepare.
Nonna's Artichokes
Ingredients:
➤4-6 large globe artichokes
➤2-3 lemons (for lemon juice and rubbing cut surfaces)
➤4 cloves garlic, minced
➤1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
➤1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
➤1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-style, if available)
➤1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
➤1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
➤Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the artichokes:
➤Start by trimming the stem of each artichoke, leaving about an inch attached.
➤Remove any tough outer leaves until you reach the tender, pale green leaves.
➤Cut off the top third of each artichoke and trim the spiky tips from the remaining leaves.
➤Rub the cut surfaces with lemon to prevent browning.
2. Make the stuffing:
➤In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Stuff the artichokes:
➤Gently spread the leaves of each artichoke apart.
➤Stuff the breadcrumb mixture between the leaves of each artichoke.
4. Prepare for cooking:
➤Place the stuffed artichokes in a large pot or a Dutch oven.
➤Squeeze the juice of a lemon over the top of the artichokes.
➤Add a few lemon halves to the pot for extra flavor.
➤Drizzle with a little more olive oil.
5. Cook the artichokes:
➤Add water to the pot until it reaches about 1/4 of the way up the artichokes.
➤Cover the pot and simmer over low to medium heat for about 45 minutes to 1 hour. You can tell they're done when the leaves pull away easily.
6. Serve:
➤Remove the artichokes from the pot and place them on a serving platter.
➤Optionally, you can drizzle some of the cooking liquid over the artichokes before serving.
Nonna's artichokes are typically served warm or at room temperature and make for a fantastic appetizer or side dish, showcasing the traditional flavors of Italian cooking. Enjoy!
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