Al dente spaghetti tossed with freshly cleaned artichokes, garlic and chilli.

Artichokes filled with red fig and topped with a goats cheese can be served whichever way you want to

This Phyllo wrapped Spinach Pie is an impressive dish, but so simple to prepare.

gnocchi with Jerusalem Artichokes in light bagna caoda sauce (garlic and anchovies)

Artichoke, Romaine and Cherry Tomato Salad with Balsamic Dijion Vinaigrette

Homemade tagliatelle with artichokes, sausage and basil (in Italian)

These artichokes from Castroville, CA – the artichoke capital of the world, are best eaten grilled with lemon and olive oil.

Marinated Zucchini Salad

Grilled Artichokes–served with a soy mayonnaise, a perfect dish for the family or a party.

Poached eggs on ezekiel english muffins with a lemon, mayo shallot sauce (sauce also used for artichokes)

For this month’s Kitchen Bootcamp I made pizza dough!

Don’t be intimidated by those spiny leaves– artichokes are easier to cook than you’d think!

These baby artichokes with crisp, lemony, almond bread crumbs make an elegant side dish.

Grilled Marinated Baby Artichokes

Grilled Baby Artichokes with Lemon and Garlic

Fava Bean, Pecorino, Rocket and Artichoke Salad. (In Italian and English)

Halibut Piccata with Artichokes on Farro

One of Springs most exciting vegetables – straight from farmer’s market and enjoyed simply.

Warm or cold, Golden Chickpea and Artichoke Salad makes a great lunch.

A simple pasta dish with artichokes, mushrooms, spinach and prosciutto. Ready in 15 minutes and less than $1.50 a serving!

Simple and beautiful – a great dish to highlight the flavors of late spring.