Superfood Sunday: artichokes
Artichokes are the oldest fruit known to man and similar to the lobster you must work to get to the good stuff. Artichokes are a significant source of 425 grams of potassium, 61/2 grams of fiber vitamin C, folic acid and 72 grams of magnesium. Virtually fat-free, the artichoke weighs in at 60 calories (per medium artichoke) and is low in sodium.
They are in season from May to March and the biggest growers of Artichokes is the California.
When buying an artichoke you will want to:
- choose an artichoke that has tight leaves
- one that is heavy for its size
- a deep green color
- a squeaking noise when the leaves are rubbed together
- avoid any artichokes that have cracked leaves or are showing any brown discoloration.
More artichoke facts are available here.

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Raise your hands if had to grocery shop. It’s okay do, but I have gotten it down to science and can get in out of the store in 30 minutes. Yep, 30 minutes. I can go faster at a Stop and Shop that has the self scanner, wear I scan and pack my groceries while I shop only stopping at the checkout to pay. HOLLA, that is the best invention for me.
March is National Frozen Food Month, yes its true. I not sure if you use frozen vegetables as much as I do, but its my main source of vegetables. Primarily because I really like fresh, fresh food and I can’t guarantee that I will use fresh vegetables before they before a science experiment in my fridge. Does that sound like you?
Yes, it’s an actual holiday and dates back hundreds of years. Those crazy Europeans. In Ireland they use to have pancake races where women would race flipping pancakes. Back then it was called Shrove Tuesday.


