Noun
The Cynara scolymus, a plant somewhat resembling a thistle, with a dilated, imbricated, and prickly involucre. The head (to which the name is also applied) is composed of numerous oval scales, inclosing the florets, sitting on a broad receptacle, which, with the fleshy base of the scales, is much esteemed as an article of food.
See Jerusalem artichoke.
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Add artichoke hearts and cook until they are lightly browned. Source: Internet
Add the cut-up chicken, sliced black olives, and artichoke hearts. Source: Internet
A medium-sized artichoke containing just 60 calories and 0.2g of fat can provide you with all these nutrients. Source: Internet
And if you really want to overdose from coolness, try artichoke toast with a few slices of avocado. Source: Internet
Seafood also will figure prominently on Uliveto’s menu, like cannolo with whipped codfish and truffle as well as artichoke and saffron tortello with red prawns and marjoram. Source: Internet