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How do I prepare and cook artichokes

Sure! Here are four different ways to prepare and cook artichokes:

**Steamed Artichokes**: Start by trimming the tips of the artichoke leaves and cutting off the stem. Rinse it under cold water. Then, place it in a pot with a steamer basket and fill the pot with about an inch of water. Cover and steam for about 30-40 minutes until the leaves are tender and can be pulled off easily. Serve with melted butter or a dipping sauce of your choice!

**Boiled Artichokes**: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Trim the artichokes like before, then drop them into the boiling water. Cook for about 25-35 minutes, depending on their size, until the leaves are tender. Drain and let them cool a bit before serving. You can dip the leaves in vinaigrette or aioli for extra flavor.

**Grilled Artichokes**: First, steam or boil the artichokes for about 20 minutes until they’re slightly tender. Let them cool, then cut them in half and scoop out the fuzzy choke in the middle. Brush them with olive oil, sprinkle some salt and pepper, and grill them cut-side down for about 5-7 minutes until they’re charred. They’re super tasty with a squeeze of lemon!