Artichoke Hearts with Onion, Balsamic Vinegar, and Parmesan Cheese

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   Bring medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat.

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   Add artichokes and cook until firm-tender, 4 to 5 minutes.

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   Drain well.

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   Finely chop onion.

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   Heat olive oil in medium skillet over medium heat.

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   Stir in artichokes followed by onion.

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   Sprinkle with oregano.

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   Cook artichokes until lightly browned and onion nicely browned, stirring frequently as onion browns, 5 to 7 minutes.

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   Reduce heat at any point if onion starts to brown too quickly.

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    Reduce heat to low and add balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon water.

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    Scrape up browned bottom of pan as liquid evaporates, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes.

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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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    Serve hot, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

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    Variation for Artichoke Hearts with Onion, Balsamic Vinegar, and Parmesan Cheese

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    Serve the artichokes warm or at room temperature as an antipasto.

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    Dress them with a little extra olive oil and season a little more highly with oregano and vinegar.

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    Dressing Artichoke Hearts with Onion, Balsamic Vinegar, and Parmesan Cheese Up

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    Omit the grated Parmesan and with a vegetable peeler shave strips of Parmesan from a wedge directly over the top of the artichokes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.