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October 14, 2008

Opt for artichokes

By Kashi Read more 7 day challenge, fiber, new tastes, and nutrition
Challenge Yourself for: 7 days

Artichokes are not only delicious – they just might help to lower cholesterol and promote heart health. Plus, they’re high in nutrients and fiber and low in calories. Artichoke season spans spring, summer and early fall. This week, challenge yourself to enjoy an artichoke or two while they’re still in their prime.

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  1. 48_avatar 75

    I love to dip them into hummus.

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    nadi0197 commented on this. about 3 years ago

    MY fAMILY HAS ALWAYS STUFFED THEM WITH AN ITALIAN STYLE BREAD CRUMBS/ MINCED GARLIC MIXTURE THENSPRINKLED TOPS OF THEM WITH E.V.O.O. AN STEAMED UNTIL A LEAF FROM CENTER WILL PULL OUT EASILIY. YUMMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE MORE DETAILED DIRECTION CONTACT ME AT NADI0197@HOTMAIL.COM

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    GrannyFigg commented on this. about 3 years ago

    After reading how nutritious they are, I am going to grow some.
    We grow most of our veggies, and have lettuce and spinach all winter
    in a small hot bed.

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    CYNDERELI commented on this. over 3 years ago

    LOVE THEM…. GREAT JUST STEAMED…

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    MissBananaSplit commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Sure! Here are a few recipes I found for some lighter sauces for artichokes. The first is for a creamy dill artichoke dip. It still seems indulgent and rich, but it is based on nonfat yogurt instead of cream or butter. The second is for artichokes with pesto and cannellini beans. It is not quite as low in calories, but because of the addition of cheese and legumes, it is extremely high in protein and fiber (nutrition facts are posted on the website). Hope these help!

    http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1041908

    http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=222166

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    KashiLara commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I love artichokes, but I also enjoy dipping them in rich sauces. Does anyone have a suggestion for a sauce that is lighter in fat than the traditional butter and oil based sauces?