Carciofi Fritti

Directions

1. 1
   Heat at least 1 inch of oil in a wide saucepan or deep skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Season the eggs and, if you like, combine the Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs; season this mixture, too.
3. 3
   When the oil is readya pinch of the bread crumbs will sizzledip each heart in the eggs, then roll in the bread crumbs.
4. 4
   Add them to the oil, one at a time, and fry without crowding (its unlikely youll need to do this in batches, but if your pan is small, you might), turning as necessary, until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and serve immediatelyon a plate lined with a cloth napkin, if you want to be fancywith the lemon wedges.