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Sunchokes (Jerusalem Artichokes)

Sunchokes, sometimes called Jerusalem artichokes, are starchy tubers of sunflowers that are at their best in fall and winter. They have a nutty taste that is part artichoke, part potato. Find great ways to use them below.

All About Sunchokes (Jerusalem Artichokes)
Sunchokes - also known as Jerusalem artichokes - are the starchy tubers of sunflowers. They have a great nutty taste that is a cross between artichokes and potatoes. These small brown knobs are worth seeking out.

Creamy Carrot Sunchoke Soup
Sweet carrots and sunchokes make a delicious soup when cooked together.

Sunchoke Gratin
Sunchokes (a.k.a. Jerusalem artichokes) are the tubers of sunflowers. These small, brown nubs are delicious peeled, sliced, and cooked in a casserole topped with cheese.

10 Ways to Use Root Vegetables
Root vegetables are the starchy tubers - like sunchokes - and taproots of plants. Find great ways to use root vegetables of all sorts here.

Stinging Nettles Sunchoke Soup
Nettles and sunchokes make a delicious spring soup.

Sunchoke Gratin Recipe
Sunchokes are used in place of potatoes in this easy gratin recipe.

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