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Parsley Artichokes
Serves 6

9 artichokes
2 lemons, the juice and rinds
2 cups cold water
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced fine
1/4 cup fresh, chopped parsley
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Prepare the artichokes by removing all of the tough outer leaves
,cut in half lengthwise and keep in lemon water until you are ready
to cook them. "Drain and place in a large pan, where they cut fit
in a large pan, where they can fit in a single layer, with the cut
side up. Add 2 cups of cold water. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and
half the oil. Combine garlic and parsley and spread over the
artichoke halves. Cook over moderate heat, covered, for 30 to 45
minutes, depending on size and freshness of artichokes. Remove from
heat. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and the remaining oil. Just before
serving, place under the broiler, or in a 300F oven for 3 minutes
or until the tops begin to brown.

Printable version: parsley-artichokes.txt.