Steamed Whole Artichokes

Ingredients:
4 sprigs parsley
4 garlic cloves
2 bay leaves
2 lemons, cut in half
¼ cup white wine
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 quart chicken broth or water
salt and pepper to taste
4 whole artichokes

Put parsley, garlic, bay leaves, lemons, wine, oil and broth in large pot and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. Wash artichokes under cold water. Cut off stems close to base. Pull off lower tough petals. Cut off top inch of artichoke and rub with half a lemon to preserve color. Trim thorny tips. Place artichokes in steaming liquid, bottom up. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. The artichokes are done when base is tender.