Oven Braised Artichokes with Garlic and Thyme

Artichokes, large

Bay leaves

Flat leaf parsley, fresh

Garlic cloves, small

Peel from one of the lemons

sprigs Thyme, fresh

Lemon juice, freshly squeezed

Pepper, freshly ground

Sea salt, fine

Olive oil, extra virgin

White wine or water, good quality