preparing an artichoke for stuffing
1 Rinse artichokes well, tugging leaves outward to loosen slightly for stuffing. 2  Trim off stems so artichokes sit on a flat surface. 3  Trim off the pointed tips of each leaf. 4  Set aside. 5  In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, garlic salt, and pepper. Rinse artichokes well, tugging leaves outward to loosen slightly for stuffing. 2  Trim off stems so artichokes sit on a flat surface. 3  Trim off the pointed tips of each leaf. 4  Set aside. 5  In a large bowl combine bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, garlic salt, and pepper.