those who eat the leaves. this makes frozen and canned artichoke hearts excellent, convenient choices. choosing canned or frozen artichoke hearts can save money and time in the kitchen, and is often the preferred way to enjoy artichokes.
first peel away the loose petals at the base by the stem. cut the stem away at the base of the artichoke, leaving about one-fourth of an inch. trim the top points by cutting away an inch from the top to expose the inner part of the petals. use kitchen shears to trim the thorns from the outer petals. rinse under cold, running water to remove any trapped dirt or debris, or soak 