Braised Artichokes with Pecorino - Lidia

Ingredients

• 1 lemon (for acidulated water)
• 2 pounds small artichokes (or more if using large ones)
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 sliced garlic cloves
• 2 cups chopped onion
• ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon peperoncino or to taste
• 1 cup shredded pecorino (6 to 8 months old) or mild cheddar