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Amazed to see wondrous provencal artichokes from Poggio, Imperia - above Sanremo on sale in Lidl yesterday. Have to say they are a real Ligurian speciality and were very fresh and delicious. Rush there now!
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This is the right time of the year to enjoy fresh artichokes. Enjoy them. They are wonderful as a natural treatment for liver problems. They are also great for weight control.
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Good too for detoxifying which ties in with the liver of course, and the season starts officially in May. (Yes I have been thinking we should promote/consume Italian produce especially now outside the UK. Also change your wine to Montepulciano D'Abruzzo ..... lovely wine and will help the region ..... )
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Ops - I mean outside Italy in the UK. - Sorry
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This is the right time of the year to enjoy fresh artichokes. Enjoy them. They are wonderful as a natural treatment for liver problems. They are also great for weight control.
Love hate relationship.

Love the taste - hate the amount of blood I have to lose on their spines to prepare the little chappies. hense the weight loss - effort and blood expended.
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I was going to give you a detailed explanation about how to protect your fingers from the spines, but I found this link that gives excellent instructions.

Cooking Artichokes - Preparing Artichokes - Step-by-Step Instructions

The secret is to have a sharp knife and sharp scissors. Get rid of the top and then use the scissors for the remaining spines. Much less effort.
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