Artichokes are in season, like, right now. But most people are a little intimidated by these green gems. Well, fear not, fellow home cooks. We have three artichoke recipes that will take the mystery out of cooking--and eating--them once and for all.
3 Delicious (and Non-Scary) Ways to Cook with Artichokes
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Crispy Roasted Artichokes
All you need for this side dish (or snack) are a few simple ingredients...and some garlic aioli for dipping.
Spinach-artichoke Squares
Shhh...we used store-bought puff-pastry dough to make this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
One-pot Pasta With Vegetables
Since it's spring, we're lightening up our pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy "sauce" made with cheese and lemon juice.