Stuffed Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients

• 12 artichokes
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup butter
• Pinch of salt
• Red and black pepper to taste
• Breadcrumbs (optional)

Method

1. 1 Boil artichokes until tender. Let them cool completely.
2. 2 Scrape the leaves and remove the hearts. Chop the hearts finely.
3. 3 Mix chopped hearts with Worcestershire sauce, egg, butter, salt, and pepper. Add breadcrumbs if desired.
4. 4 Roll mixture into balls and place back into the artichoke hearts. Top each with a small piece of butter.
5. 5 Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes.