Most of them time when we cook with certain foods we think we have a good idea of what they are, fruits, vegetables, meat, and so on. However, every once and a while we found out something we didn't know about the foods we love and it takes us by complete surprise.
The Truth About Artichokes Is:
Artichokes, which are also called globe or French artichokes, are a large perennial plant native to the western and central Mediterranean region, and cousins to chrysanthemums, dahlias and sunflowers.
The leaves of the artichoke plant were used in the medieval era, for medicinal purposes as they are sources of antioxidants; the Italians started using artichoke head and heart in dishes as early as 1400. You’d pick the bulb before it blooms.
We Bet You Never Would Have Expected That!
Now that you know that artichokes are really flowers it may give you just another reason to love them. Did you know this about artichokes already?
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Article Source: Huffington Post
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