question for the culinarily-inclined

[kellinator]

So I want to try steaming an artichoke. I have a microwave steamer which I figure should do nicely; are there any artichoke connoisseurs out there who have tips to share?

No, I don't really think "culinarily" is a word either.

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There's actually a California Artichoke Advisory Board. Who knew?

[wolvy]

http://www.artichokes.org/basic_prep.html sums it up pretty well - I remember the guys at the hotel would trim them and throw them into boiling water, too, if that's easier.

I know the lemon juice/acidulated water part really is key - just throw a slice or three of lemon into the water!

Now you've got me thinking about artichokes.

Have you had hearts of palm?

I really need to get lunch.

Re: There's actually a California Artichoke Advisory Board. Who knew?

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

Hearts of palm are yummy! ...Why do I have a feeling this is all going to end with me gnawing on the computer?

Re: There's actually a California Artichoke Advisory Board. Who knew?

[wolvy]

You can do it!!