With kitchen shears, trim all pointed outer leaves of artichoke trim stem.
Open artichokes up by pressing firmly point side down on cutting board.
Soak for 15 minutes in salted cold water
Use spoon to remove furry choke.
In bowl, combine all remaining ingredients. Stuff in leaves and center of each artichoke.
Place on rack in Dutch oven with enough water to cover bottom of pan but not touch artichokes. Cover. Bring to boil. Reduce to low heat. Steam for 55 minutes or until leaves pull away easily.
Drizzle chokes lightly with oil every fifteen minutes while steaming.