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1.Step 1 of 8
I wear gloves to avoid staining hands, remove tough outer leaves, trim but keep a good stalk section and peel stalk.
2.Step 2 of 8
I trim top.
3.Step 3 of 8
I cut stalk flush, open heart and remove choke.
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I place cleaned artichokes in very cold water with squeezed 1 lemon and its peel to prevent browning.
5.Step 5 of 8
I mix breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic, salt, pepper and extra virgin olive oil in a bowl.
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I dry artichokes, open and fill, place in plenty of oil, oil hearts and add stalks cut into 4.
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I cover with stock and cook covered about half an hour, basting and adding stock until stems and hearts tender.
8.Step 8 of 8
I prepared ahead, dusted Parmigiano and grilled about ten minutes before serving for a crust.

Braised artichokes