The Globe Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is a perennial thistle originating in southern Europe around the Mediterranean. It grows to 1.5-2 m tall, with arching, deeply lobed, silvery glaucous-green leaves 50–80 cm long. The flowers develop in a large head from an edible bud about 8–15 cm diameter with numerous triangular scales; the individual florets are purple. The edible portion of the buds consists primarily of the fleshy lower portions of the involucral bracts and the base, known as the "heart"; the mass of inedible immature florets in the center of the bud are called the "choke."

Artichoke Ragoût with Shallots & Fennel. by Deborah Madison To prepare fresh baby artichokes, trim them (see How to trim baby artichokes). If you can't find baby artichokes, good-quality frozen ones ...

Since artichoke flesh will start to discolor as soon as you pare away the skin, fill a large bowl with cold water and add the juice of one lemon before you begin.

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Learn how to purchase, use, and serve artichokes, and about the history. Recipes include Artichoke Chili Stuffed Potatoes, Fettuccine with Baby Artichokes, and Sombrero Artichokes.

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Just to add, my housemate has a brilliant way of cooking artichoke hearts (tho she uses frozen ones). She fills them with a mixture of minced lamb, cooked with onions, tomatoes and parsley, and then ...

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