Carciofi Ripieni Stuffed Artichokes

Elevate your culinary repertoire with Carciofi Ripieni, a classic Italian stuffed artichoke dish that’s as impressive as it is comforting. Tender artichokes are delicately trimmed and filled with a savory breadcrumb mixture infused with the earthy flavors of Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and garlic, then gently simmered in a fragrant broth for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for a family-style appetizer or an elegant side dish, these golden, herbaceous stuffed artichokes pair beautifully with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for a rustic, Mediterranean finish. With simple ingredients and an approachable cooking technique, this traditional recipe captures the soulful essence of Italian cuisine, making it a must-try for any food lover.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Large artichokes
• 1 Lemon
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the artichokes by trimming the stems so they can sit flat. Remove the tough outer leaves and snip the sharp tips of the remaining leaves with scissors. Cut 1 inch off the top of each artichoke and use a spoon to scoop out the fuzzy choke in the center.

Step 2

As you prepare each artichoke, rub the cut surfaces with a halved lemon to prevent browning.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Drizzle the breadcrumb mixture with olive oil and toss until it resembles wet sand.

Step 5

Gently open the artichoke leaves with your hands and spoon the breadcrumb mixture into the crevices between the leaves, as well as into the center cavity.

Step 6

Place the stuffed artichokes upright in a large, deep pot or Dutch oven. Add chicken or vegetable broth to the pot, pouring enough to cover the bottom inch of the artichokes.

Step 7

Bring the broth to a simmer over medium heat, then cover the pot tightly with a lid.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and cook the artichokes for 40-45 minutes, or until the leaves pull away easily and the heart is tender.

Step 9

Carefully remove the artichokes from the pot and serve warm, drizzled with a little extra olive oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1966.4

Total Fat 95.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 6471.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 79.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1459.8mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 2980.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 44.5%