How to Clean Artichoke Hearts
By Molly Watson, About.com
Cut off and discard stem end. How much stem you remove depends on the preparation. For basic, steamed or stuffed artichoke hearts you'll want to cut close to the base so the artichoke can stand. For Roman-style artichoke hearts, remove only the browned bit at the end and peel the stem later.
Prev
- Start with Fresh Artichokes
- Cut Off Stem
- Pull Off Leaves
- Keep Pulling Off Leaves
- Remove Center Leaves
- Remove Fuzzy Choke
- Scraped Artichoke Heart
- Trim Bottom of Heart
- Artichoke Heart: Ready to Cook!
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