artichoke
noun
ar·ti·choke
ˈär-tə-ˌchōk 
1
: a tall Mediterranean composite herb (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus synonym C. scolymus) resembling a thistle with coarse pinnately incised leaves
also
: its edible immature flower head which is cooked as a vegetable
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There's culinary artistry too: At the decade-old Ikarus in Teguise, owners Carlos Martínez and Luisa Cabrera serve local prawn carpaccio or artichoke hearts and foie gras with passion.
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Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2024
According to researchers, this effect suggests a liver-protective role of artichoke supplements.7
Artichoke has also been shown to improve liver enzymes and lipid levels in people with MASLD.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Roasted garlic labneh and crispy artichokes offer savory starts to the day; otherwise, egg white frittata is a more health-conscious selection but not a compromise for flavor.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Organized by ingredient, the chapters range from spring artichokes and asparagus to summer tomatoes to winter squash.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2024
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Toby Skinner, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2024
According to researchers, this effect suggests a liver-protective role of artichoke supplements.7
Artichoke has also been shown to improve liver enzymes and lipid levels in people with MASLD.
—Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024
Roasted garlic labneh and crispy artichokes offer savory starts to the day; otherwise, egg white frittata is a more health-conscious selection but not a compromise for flavor.
—Tiffany Leigh, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Organized by ingredient, the chapters range from spring artichokes and asparagus to summer tomatoes to winter squash.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2024
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artichoke
noun
ar·ti·choke
ˈärt-ə-ˌchōk
: a tall plant related to the daisies and having a flower head which is cooked and eaten as a vegetable
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