Artichokes are a powerhouse vegetable

This vegetable ranks among one of the most vitamin packed vegetables. Loaded with Vitamin C Vitamin K and loaded with minerals such as magnesium, folate and phosphorus. Heres how to steam an artichoke: 1.Cut off the top of an artichoke 2. Remove the small leaves at the base 3. Cut off excess stem 4. Rinse off the artichokes 5. Add about an two inches of water to a large pot. I also like to add a halfed lemon and some chopped garlic to the water. 6. Add the artichokes in a steamer stem side up. Cover pot with a lid and steam for 25-35 minutes , depending on how large the artichokes are.