how to cook artichoke??

i have never cooked an artichoke before.. i have only eaten it as a dip..
anyone have any suggestions on the best way to prepare it? do i boil, broil or bake?

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  • pink_girl7
    pink_girl7 Posts: 6 Member
    My Nana used to boil them and they were delicious but first make sure to snip the pointed tips off of the artichoke leaves. :smile:
  • kennie2
    kennie2 Posts: 1,170 Member
    steam with lemon :D
    then dip in a dipping sauce of your choice and scrape the "meat" off the leaves
    now i really want one!
  • Cut off the top third of the choke with a sharp knife. Then, snip off the thorny tips of all leaves. Using a brush, coat cut surfaces with fresh lemon juice. Wrap choke tightly in plastic wrap and microwave at high power from 8 to 10 minutes (depending on size).
    Unwrap carefully (will be very hot).
    Enjoy with simple dip or plain.
  • deksgrl
    deksgrl Posts: 7,237 Member
    My mother used to put a small amount of water in the bottom of a pan and steam them. We would peel the leaves and dip the meaty part in melted butter.