cut, clarify, trim, ferment, refine, and rectify.....

I have been told that spring artichokes are more flavorful than the ones that are in the Fall.  Apparently the ones that are in the spring have a woody flavor that the fall ones do not contain.  I like to eat them and am very happy that I can enjoy them twice a year.  Artichokes are fantastic.  It does not matter whether they are stuffed with garlic, breadcrumbs, cheese, or a combination of all, they are just yummy.

I made cucumber salad earlier in the week, but I forgot about them.  I made cheese steak sandwiches to go along with the cucumbers and artichokes. 

Now if only I could figure out what to make for dinner.........