Simply Artichokes Recipe

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Simply Artichokes

Artichokes are a wonderful food and springtime is a perfect opportunity to add them to your diet. They are low-calorie, fat free, high fiber, a good source of vegetable protein as well as many vitamins and minerals such as silymarin which is an excellent liver tonic.

In the region of Rome, Italy, there is a special variety of artichoke grown which has no choke and can be harvested small and eaten whole. They are prepared very simply with Lemon, Mint, Parsley and Garlic, often simmered in oil and wine. In this country, you can purchase baby artichokes or full sized ones, cut them into halves or quarters depending on size and remove the chokes and tough leaves. Spain produces an artichoke with characteristics similar to the Roman variety.

Artichokes can also be prepared by simmering whole until tender and serving with an elegant sauce or drawn butter. Prepare according to the directions below for simmering whole Cut them in half lentghwise and remove the fuzzy choke. Pull off the leaves and dip in sauce. Only the base portion of the tough outer leaves is edible.

Another excellent use for artichokes is to simmer them in a light tomato broth with chicken pieces. Prepare artichokes according to sauté instructions below. Season according to your preferences and this can be served with pasta.

To prepare fresh artichokes:

If simmering whole, remove the tiny lower leaves and cut the stem to about 1/2 - 1 inch long. Using scissors, remove the thorny tips of each of the outer leaves. With a sharp chefs knife, cut across the top to remove the thorns on the top leaves. Wash under cold water, leaves side up and squeeze out water; repeat. Simmer whole in liquid of choice.

If using in sauté, casserole or other dishes, trim stem to about 1 inch. Peel off outer leaves until the artichoke begins to taper in again and the leaves appear pale green. Using a paring knife, trim the area where the leaves you have removed were attached to remove fibrous outer surface. Cut in half from top to bottom and remove the fuzzy center choke. Immerse in acidulated water until ready to use.

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