Artichokes

are in season

The edible,  the inedible & how to cook it

What's edible?

The heart and bases of the leaves are edible. The choke and upper parts of the leaves are not.

Close-up  of the

CHOKE

It's feathery, not fun to eat, and can get stuck in your throat.

A sign of freshness

Closed, tight leaves are a sign of freshness and the heart will be more tender. Open leaves mean the artichoke is older and the heart might be dryer and stringy.

Boil

Steam

Roast

Grill

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How to cook: