Nonna's Artichokes

Nonna's Artichokes
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    16

A timeless Italian tradition reimagined! Large, verdant artichokes are transformed into vessels of flavor, generously stuffed with a savory breadcrumb mixture, and gently simmered in a delicate white wine bath. The result is a tender, aromatic masterpiece that captures the heart of Italian home cooking.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    66 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    11 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    2549 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    32 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
15 mins

Prepare the Artichokes (15 minutes): Using a sharp knife, trim the stems and tops of each artichoke. Peel away the tough outer leaves until you reach the more tender inner leaves. Use kitchen scissors to snip off the thorny tips of the remaining leaves. Peel the tough exterior from the reserved stems and cut them in half lengthwise.

02

Step
5 mins

Create the Savory Stuffing (10 minutes): In a mixing bowl, combine the Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, minced Pecorino Romano cheese, chopped fresh mint, minced fresh garlic, salt, and ground black pepper. Drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil and mix thoroughly until the mixture is moistened and well combined.

03

Step
10 mins

Stuff the Artichokes (15 minutes): Gently coax the artichoke leaves open by wiggling them back and forth with your thumbs. Generously stuff the breadcrumb mixture between the leaves and into the heart of each artichoke, ensuring every crevice is filled with flavor.

04

Step
1 hrs

Simmer to Perfection (60 minutes): Place the stuffed artichokes and stem pieces in a large, lidded pan. Pour in the white wine and water, being careful not to pour directly over the artichokes to avoid washing away the stuffing. Cover the pan tightly and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook until an outer leaf can be easily pulled off, approximately 1 hour.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
Serve the artichokes hot, with plenty of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
If the liquid reduces too quickly during simmering, add more water to maintain the desired level.

Alfonso Leffler

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Ward Barrows

    So delicious and easy to make!

  • Guy Donnelly

    The best artichoke recipe I have ever tried.

  • Ellsworth Sporer

    My family loved this recipe!

  • Evelyn Kassulke

    Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!

  • Alisa Barton

    I made this last night and it was a HUGE hit!

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