Baked Stuffed Artichokes with Pancetta and Fresh Herbs
These baked stuffed artichokes are filled with crispy pancetta, herbed breadcrumbs, garlic, and olive oil, then roasted until golden and tender. A classic Italian-inspired side dish perfect for holidays, entertaining, or Sunday dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 45 MINS
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 SERVINGS- 1/2 ARTICHOKE EACH 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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4 large artichokes
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1 lemon, halved
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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¼ lb pancetta, diced
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 celery stalks, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup dry white wine
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3 cups torn Italian bread (about 4 oz)
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2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
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½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
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¾ teaspoon coarse salt
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¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
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Remove tough outer leaves from the artichokes. Slice off the top inch and rub all cut surfaces with lemon. Trim stems so artichokes can stand upright.
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Steam artichokes upright until a leaf pulls away easily, about 30 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly.
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Halve artichokes lengthwise and scoop out the fuzzy choke and small inner leaves. Arrange cut-side up in a lightly oiled roasting pan.
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and cook until lightly browned.
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Add onion, celery, and garlic; cook until softened. Pour in white wine and simmer until reduced.
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Stir in bread, rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
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Spoon stuffing generously into each artichoke half. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.
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Cover loosely and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and crisp on top.
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Remove from oven and serve warm.
Notes
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Fresh torn bread gives the best texture, but coarse breadcrumbs can be used.
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These can be assembled a day ahead and baked just before serving.
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For a vegetarian version, omit pancetta and add sautéed mushrooms.