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Italian Stuffed Artichokes

Name: Italian Stuffed Artichokes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 6 whole artichokes; 2 cups Italian bread crumbs; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated); 1/4 cup parsley (minced); 4 cloves garlic (minced); salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 6 tablespoons olive oil

by Liz DellaCroce · Jump to Recipe

These Italian stuffed artichokes are made with simple pantry ingredients and result in the most comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish recipe.

You know those recipes you make that immediately transport you to another time, perhaps another kitchen or another place?

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These Italian stuffed artichokes do just that for me: they take me back to my Aunt Dolly’s kitchen north of Boston where I first learned this family recipe.

A traditional Italian comfort dish, stuffed artichokes are a staple around the holidays in most Italian homes. They are also the perfect side dish for Sunday dinner.

Drizzled with lemon juice then steamed until tender, the end result is cheesy, garlicky and full of flavor. The ultimate way to enjoy a hearty artichoke which just so happens to be my oldest son’s favorite vegetable these days.

Whether you’re hosting a family gathering for the holidays this year or attending a party at someone else’s house, I am confident my husband’s family recipe for Italian stuffed artichokes will be a huge hit.

Want more traditional recipes from my husband’s Italian family? Be sure to check out Food From Our Ancestors: The Ultimate Italian Sunday Dinner.

Time needed: 15 minutes.

How to cut an artichoke for stuffing:

Cut part of the stem
Slice off ¼ inch straight from the top of each artichoke (the prickly part).
Open the leaves
Stand the artichoke upside down and push firmly on the stem side to slightly open the leaves making room to catch the stuffing. Using scissors cut the tip of each leaf straight across.

Frequently Asked Questions about Artichokes:

What are some other ways to use artichokes?

It really doesn’t get more comforting than artichokes stuffed with bread crumbs, garlic, olive oil, and cheese. If you’re looking for another artichoke recipe check out my Italian Chicken Pasta with Artichokes.

How do you eat an artichoke?

To start, you eat the petals. They can be either dipped in a sauce or butter. The pulp portion of the petal is what you eat. The stems are edible but would need to be peeled and cooked first.

How do you cook an artichoke?

If you need additional help to cook artichokes take a look at my How to Cook Artichokes {Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial} post.

Are artichokes poisonous?

No. However, you don’t want to eat the hairy choke inside nor the sharp, fibrous outer portion of the leaves because they are choking hazards, hence the name.

Can you eat raw artichokes?

You can, I suppose, but why would you want to when they’re so delicious cooked?

How can I tell if an artichoke is still good to eat?

Great question! Artichokes are past ripeness when their leaves are split, dry or wrinkled and/or discolored a dark brown.

Now you don’t have to be intimidated by this delicious vegetable, and there’s no longer a need for you to wait for a restaurant meal to enjoy artichokes.

No forks required.

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