ARTICHOKES

Asteraceae Cynara cardunculus

Availability:  September

COOKING IDEAS AND RECIPES:

Storage:  Do not wash artichokes before storing.  Place them in a plastic bag and sprinkle them with a little water before sealing.  Keep them in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.

 

Violetto di Chioggia

This old Italian variety is rumored to be a favorit among Italian aristocrats.

Violetto

Also an Italian variety. The heads are more oblong than the familiar green globe varieties.

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