• 2 Large artichokes
• 3-4 Cloves garlic
• 4 Sprigs fresh Italian parsley (leaves only)
• 12 Fresh basil leaves
• 1¼ Cup plain bread crumbs
• 3 Tablespoons grated Romano cheese
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

     1. Add the garlic, parsley and basil in a food processor fitted
         with a steel blade. Process until finely minced. Transfer the
         mixture to a bowl and add the bread crumbs, Romano
         cheese, salt and  black pepper. Stir to blend well.
 
     2. Cut the bottom stem of the artichokes off so that they sit flat.
         Cut the tips of the artichokes off 1 inch. Pull apart the leaves
         to separate them. Be careful not to separate them completely.

     3. Spoon the bread crumbs into the artichoke leaves. Stuff until
         you begin to reach the center and stop. Drizzle each with 1
         tablespoon of olive oil.

     4. Place the artichokes in a steamer and steam for 1 hour or
         until the leaves become tender.