Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole and Side Dish

Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts Recipe

Mama’s Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole side dish is a Vegetarian’s Delight!

Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole is a perfect side dish that is low-carb and vegetarian. It’s made with Mama Patierno’s® Organic Italian Seasoning, bringing loads of flavor to your meal.

Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole goes perfect with seafood and chicken

This casserole pairs wonderfully with your Italian seafood and chicken dinners. Imagine the flavors of tender artichoke hearts mixed with the aromatic Italian herbs—mouthwatering!

A Unique Addition to Any Meal

However, you don’t have to stop there! Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts is versatile and can be enjoyed with any meal. It’s a refreshing change from the usual side dishes like potatoes or rice.

This baked artichoke hearts casserole is Easy and Tasty

What makes this recipe stand out is how easy it is to prepare. You get a delicious and wholesome side dish without spending too much time in the kitchen. Plus, it’s healthy and fits perfectly into a low-carb diet.

Boost Your Meals

Using Mama Patierno’s® Organic Italian Seasoning not only boosts the flavor of the artichoke hearts but also adds an authentic Italian touch to your cooking. Your family and friends will love the delightful taste.

So, if you’re looking to jazz up your dinner menu, try Mama’s Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole side dish. It’s flavorful, healthy, and the perfect complement to your meals. Enjoy!

Mama Patierno’s® Italian Baked Artichoke Hearts Casserole and Side Dish

Ingredients:

1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
3 fresh chopped sage leaves
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Mama’s Organic Italian Seasoning
1 ¼ tsp sea salt or garlic salt or more to taste
¼ to ½ tsp of white pepper
3 cans of canned quartered artichoke hearts drained
½ to 1 cup extra virgin olive oil to taste
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
4 to 5 garlic cloves minced or 1 TBS pre-minced
1/2 to 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

How to Make:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Pour approximately ¼ cup of olive oil into the bottom of the baking dish.
Add the first of two layers of quartered artichokes in the baking dish. Toss the artichokes in the oil while in dish before proceeding to next step.
Mix the breadcrumbs, parsley, sage, parmesan cheese, Mama’s Organic Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add the garlic and zest and mix again.
Spread the breadcrumb, cheese, and seasoning mixture evenly over the first layer.
Add thin layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and olive oil.
Add second layer of quartered artichokes and breadcrumb and seasoning mixture.
Press contents down with spoon or shake the baking dish to make sure its firmly in the dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is a bit crusty and brown.
Remove from oven and add a bit of parmesan, thin layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and parsley and return to the oven for 5 to 7 minutes without the foil until the cheese is melted nicely.
Remove from oven, serve, and enjoy!

A Quick & Smaller Version Side Dish to Serve 2:

If you are looking for a quick and smaller version of this tasty side dish, in a very small pot, heat the olive oil and minced garlic in the pot and then add all the other ingredients without any layering. Stir occasionally. Use 1 can of artichokes and 1/3 of all other ingredients listed.