Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. No need to stress about trimming, steaming, and messing with whole artichokes. All of these simple snack and supper ideas start ...

Spring is peak season for artichokes, the edible prickly bud of a plant that, if left to bloom, would yield fields of stunning purple flowers. Kevin Fisher, executive sous chef at Sea Root at the ...

Bunnies, bonnets and baskets are all part of Easter and, with the holiday’s relaxed style, so are buffets. But unlike the first three, buffets strike fear in the hearts of some. Think of all those ...

Take a good look at an artichoke. See those sharp, thorny, pointy green and purple-tinged leaves? It certainly doesn’t look like something you would want to eat. I’ve often wondered who the first ...

Recipes, kitchen tricks and seasonal dishes from the L.A. Times’ Cooking team. Elsewhere, whole steamed artichokes are stuffed with brie, white wine and mustard for a stunningly rich upgrade on a ...

When I was a child, there were plenty of foods I didn’t eat. In and of itself, this probably is not surprising. I’m fairly certain many, if not most, people could say the same, whether it was due to ...

If you’re looking for a family-friendly dinner recipe, look no further. I always enjoy a one-pan meal preparation. Less to clean and all under your watchful eye with no risk of burning. This one-pan ...