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The '''Jerusalem artichoke''' | The '''Jerusalem artichoke''' an edible [[tuber]] of the [[sunflower]] family. It's name is somewhat of a misnomer, as it is neither a true [[artichoke]], nor did it originate in [[Jerusalem]]; rather, its name is a corruption of the Italian word for sunflower, ''girasol''. It is also known as the '''sunchoke'''. | ||
Jerusalem artichokes are eaten raw, sliced or grated, in | Jerusalem artichokes are eaten raw, sliced or grated, in [[salad]]s; cooked in [[soup]]s; or as a [[vegetable]] accompaniment to red meats. | ||
Revision as of 21:40, 5 February 2009
The Jerusalem artichoke an edible tuber of the sunflower family. It's name is somewhat of a misnomer, as it is neither a true artichoke, nor did it originate in Jerusalem; rather, its name is a corruption of the Italian word for sunflower, girasol. It is also known as the sunchoke.
Jerusalem artichokes are eaten raw, sliced or grated, in salads; cooked in soups; or as a vegetable accompaniment to red meats.