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Grandma's Artichokes

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"Artichokes unlike others. The smaller the artichoke, the more tender the heart will be." — Dennis Errichiello

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4 whole artichokes, trimmed and coarse outer leaves removed
8 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper

1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1 bunch flat-leaf parsley, leaves torn
1/2 cup peanut oil

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Directions

Trim artichoke stems flat so the artichokes can stand upright and rinse artichokes thoroughly in running water. Hold artichokes upside down over a work surface and smash the artichokes lightly to open the leaves. Spread 1/4 of the garlic into the spaces between leaves of each artichoke.
Season artichokes with salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon grated Romano cheese per artichoke, opening the leaves and letting the seasonings and cheese into the leaves. Push torn leaves of parsley into the spaces between the leaves to hold the seasonings in.
Set the artichokes upright in a saucepan and pour peanut oil over the artichokes, letting the oil seep into the crevices between leaves. Gently pour water into the saucepan, taking care not to let the water splash on the artichokes and wash off the oil. Cover pan.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently until the outer leaves of the artichoke are easy to strip off but are not mushy or falling apart, about 1 hour. Test for salt and season with more if desired; simmer 5 to 10 more minutes to let the salt dissolve.

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PREP 30 mins
COOK 1 hr
READY IN 1 hr 30 mins

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Cook's Note:
This looks like it is heavy on the salt and in reality, it might not be enough.

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Nutrition

Calories
352 kcal
18%

Carbohydrates
19 g
6%

Cholesterol
8 mg
3%

Fat
29.4 g
45%

Fiber
8 g
32%

Protein
7.8 g
16%

Sodium
1964 mg
79%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Grandma's Artichokes

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 352
Calories from Fat: 265

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.4g 45 %
Saturated Fat 5.9g 30 %
Cholesterol 8mg 3 %
Sodium 1964mg 79 %
Potassium 624mg 17 %
Total Carbohydrates 19g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 8g 32 %
Protein 7.8g 16 %
Sugars 1.6g
Vitamin A 26 %
Vitamin C 64 %
Calcium 23 %
Iron 33 %
Thiamin 13 %
Niacin 18 %
Vitamin B6 19 %
Magnesium 33 %
Folate 62 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.