How to boil an artichoke.

Artichokes

Currently in season:

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From March through May, fresh artichokes are at their peak.

But canned, jarred, and frozen artichoke hearts from California are available all year round.

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Boiling an artichoke is one of the most common ways to cook an artichoke.  Don't know how to boil an artichoke? Don't worry - you will soon!

Once you have properly prepped your artichokes, the hardest part is over! Not sure how to prep an artichoke? I have you covered!

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Once you have properly prepped your artichoke you can boil the entire thing.

What part of the artichoke do you boil?

Lemon juice & halves

Salt

Bay leaves

Garlic

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Don't Forget:

season your pot of water

Think of this step like salting your pasta water

15  -  45 min utes

How long does it take to boil artichokes?

Depending on the size of your artichoke

IS YOUR ARTICHOKE DONE?

To test the doneness of your delicious thistle is super easy- You know an artichoke is fully cooked when a knife or a fork is inserted into the bottom of the artichoke with no resistance.