Sicilian style stuffed artichokes

1 . Clean the artichokes by removing the harder outer leaves and cutting the stem and the top part of the leaves as they may have thorns.

2 . Wash and drain the artichokes well.

3 .In a saute` pan put the bread crumbs and the garlic. Saute` until the bread crumbs are lightly golden. Let cool off.

4 ..Add to the bread crumbs the finely chopped parsley, salt & pepper as desired, a bit more finely chopped garlic, the grated cheese and some olive oil.

5 .Mix the ingredients very well until the oil is evenly absorbed.

6 . Take each artichoke, open the leaves as much as you can and insert among the leaves the bread crumb mixture.

7 .Place the artichokes in an oven pan and add 1 1/2 inches of water.

8 .Place the pan on the stove and cook for 15 mins.

9 .Finish off by putting the pan in the oven for 15 more mins. at 400

Trick: put under broil a few minutes to get that beautiful golden color on the top.