Roasted Roman Style Artichokes (Carciofi Alla Romana) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup white wine (4 ounces)
1 ounce fresh rosemary or 1 ounce fresh thyme
1/2 cup olive oil (4 ounces)
1/8 cup lemon juice (1 ounce)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups water (10 ounces)
1 1/2 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon pepper
4 artichokes, stems cut to 1 . 5-inches

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F.
Combine all ingredients except for the artichokes in an ovenproof casserole dish.
Cut artichokes in half lengthwise, rinse, and place in a single layer in casserole dish.
Bake covered in preheated oven until tender (about 40 minutes).
Remove artichokes from liquid; allow to cool slightly.
Cut into quarters, and serve.