How to Cook and Eat an Artichoke

How to Cook and Eat an Artichoke

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How to Cook and Eat an Artichoke

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 40 mins

Ingredients
  

  • 1 or more large globe artichokes
  • 1-2 in cloves of garlic cuthalf (can leave skin on)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 slice of lemon

Instructions
 

TO COOK AN ARTICHOKE

  • Cut of the tips of the leaves and make sure to remove the thorns.
  • Slice about 3/4 inch to an inch off the tip of the artichoke.
  • Remove small leaves at the base.
  • Cut off excess stem, leaving up to an inch on the artichoke.
  • Rinse the artichokes in running cold water. While you rinse them, open the leaves a little so that the water gets inside more easily.
  • In a large pot, put a couple inches of water, the garlic, a slice of lemon, and a bay leaf (for flavor). Insert a steaming basket.
  • Place artichokes on top of the steaming basket. Cover the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer.
  • Cook for 25 to 35 minutes or longer, until the outer leaves can easily be pulled off.

HOW TO EAT AN ARTICHOKE

  • Pull off the leaves and dip in melted butter, a vinaigrette, or sauce.
  • Place light end in mouth, dip side down, pull, scraping through your teeth.
  • With a knife or spoon, scrape out and discard the inedible fuzzy part covering the artichoke heart.
  • Cut the heart into pieces and dip into melted butter, a vinaigrette, or a sauce to eat.
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