Re: when do you know it is ready?

Prefer mine steamed, then leaves dipped in mayo mixed with a double splash of tabasco. 

On May 13, 2009, at 7:44 AM, Christopher P. Lindsey wrote:
For artichokes? I like 'em simple - boil (some people steam them; flavor is better but they are tougher IMO) until a leaf pulls off easily (about 
40 mins for a large 'choke) and dip the leaves into mayonnaise. Some
people like melted butter instead of mayo.


I *love* artichokes!
I prefer to boil them in water with lime halves until the stalk is just 
tender enough that a knife point can be pushed through it.

I serve it with a vinaigrette made up of oil, vinegar, the scooped out
remnants of the lime pulp, salt, pepper, garlic, tarragon, and a little 
lime juice.

Chris (who happened upon this while fixing something in the archives)

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Inland Jim
Willamette Valley
44.99 N 123.04 W
Elevation 148'
39.9" Precipitation
Hardiness Zone 8/9
Heat Zone 5
Sunset Zone 6
Minimum 0 F [-15 C]
Maximum 102 F [39 C]

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