They may look mysterious, but artichokes are a great family friendly vegetable. One medium artichoke is an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate, and a good source of magnesium. To prepare a whole, fresh artichoke for cooking, rinse and lightly scrub it under cold water. Cut about an inch off the top and remove the bottom of the stem. Snip the thorns off the petal tips with a pair of kitchen shears. Spread the petals slightly apart, rub all cut parts with a lemon, and you’re ready to cook!

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