Beneath the spiky leaves, fresh artichokes are delicious harbingers of spring. Here’s how to cook them five ways, from ...

However, the thistle inside the artichoke (the "choke" part) must be removed because it is tough and inedible. All right, ...

Beneath the spiky leaves, fresh artichokes are delicious harbingers of spring. Here’s how to cook them five ways, from steaming to grilling. Sonja Overhiser is a cookbook author and food writer ...

Fill a large pot with a few inches of water and place a steamer basket inside. Bring the water to a boil. Place the artichokes in the basket, stem side up. Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer.