The cut greens are hard to wash, and you can't remove outer leaves as you can with a head of romaine.

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The first recipe, inspired by chef Nobu Matsuhitsa, uses only the outer leaves of the sprout, ensuring full flavor without the risk of under- or overcooking.

NPR: Turning a New Leaf on a Misunderstood Sprout

First, discard the outer leaves and trim off their nubs.

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Now, with the spring artichoke season just kicking into gear, is a terrific time for baby artichokes, which grow lower on the stalk than their full-size siblings and do not develop the same thick wall of tough outer leaves.

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