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Delicious Artichokes

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"I absolutely love artichokes. I have found a way to make them appetizing to the WHOLE family!!" — ELVENSTARR

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Original recipe makes 4 artichokes Change Servings

4 medium artichokes
1/2 cup butter, melted

3 tablespoons basil pesto
1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

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Directions

Trim the stems from the artichokes, and remove the small leaves from the bottoms. Slice 1 inch or so off the top so that it is flat. Pour 2 cups or 1 inch of water into a large pot, and insert a steamer basket. Place artichokes into the steamer, cover, and bring to a boil. Allow them to steam for about 15 minutes, or until a fork can easily pierce the stem.
In a cup or small bowl, mix together the melted butter and pesto. Drizzle the mixture over upright artichokes, being sure to dribble into all of the crevices. Then sprinkle bread crumbs across the tops and serve.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 28, 2007

wonderful! cooking the artichokes in a steamer really is a great idea, its a lot faster! had a great flav-

—kath

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 29, 2009

Beware: If your artichokes are large, allow much longer for the steaming. My jumbo artichokes steamed for 1 1/4 hrs before they were even close to done. This wreaked havoc with coordinating an entire meal getting done at the same time.

—MotherLodeViv

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14 Ratings

Feb 16, 2010

The artichokes I used were delicious and the basil pesto was homemade. I didn't use the breadcrumbs but I very much enjoyed eating my artichokes.

—anewshootingstar

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Jun 13, 2006

tasty

—Jessi C.

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May 13, 2010

Terrific new way to eat an artichoke. Everyone loved the flavor combination.

—Sagemoon

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May 19, 2009

These were delicious! The only change I made was using regular bread crumbs instead of the italian bread crumbs.

—piper5050

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Mar 26, 2008

Wonderful! I used Sun-dried tomato pesto and passed on the breadcrumbs.

—Rozanne

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Dec 29, 2011

Not our favorite. The butter, pesto and seasoned bread crumbs were delicious as the topping of this. Not enough actual "artichoke" to enjoy. I love the taste of artichoke dips and in casseroles, but not crazy about a fresh artichoke. Sorry.

—Molly

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Nutrition

Calories
350 kcal
18%

Carbohydrates
19.4 g
6%

Cholesterol
65 mg
22%

Fat
28.9 g
45%

Fiber
7.6 g
30%

Protein
7.6 g
15%

Sodium
505 mg
20%

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

Nutritional Information

Delicious Artichokes

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 350
Calories from Fat: 260

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.9g 45 %
Saturated Fat 16.2g 81 %
Cholesterol 65mg 22 %
Sodium 505mg 20 %
Potassium 532mg 15 %
Total Carbohydrates 19.4g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 7.6g 30 %
Protein 7.6g 15 %
** Sugars 1.7g
Vitamin A 17 %
Vitamin C 27 %
Calcium 20 %
Iron 24 %
** Thiamin 11 %
Niacin 17 %
Vitamin B6 11 %
Magnesium 31 %
Folate 55 %

* 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.