Artichoke Hearts Gratin

Ingredients

• 6 canneds artichoke hearts , drained and halved
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
• 0.25 cups finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ lemon , cut into wedges

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Place artichoke heart halves on a paper towel, cut-side down, to drain for about 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with vegetable oil.

4. 4

   Place artichoke heart halves on the prepared baking sheet, cut-side up. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, then cheese, and drizzle with olive oil.

5. 5

   Broil artichoke hearts until browned on top, about 7 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.