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How to Trim Artichokes

By Molly Watson, About.com

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Start with Fresh Artichokes

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Look for artichokes with tight, compact heads and fresh-looking stem-ends. All cut stems will be brown, but look for ones that aren't dried out.

Note: Connoisseurs prefer old-fashioned, thorned artichokes and find the thornless varieties to lack the characteristic nuttiness that makes artichokes so desirable.

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