Artichoke and Spinach Grilled Cheese

This week’s episode is about one of my favorite foods: artichokes. Artichokes are the edible flower from a thistle tree. We typically eat the artichoke heart and sometimes the leaves. Artichokes are native to the Mediterranean and are found in much of the cuisine.

Health Benefits:

• High in fiber

• Packed with antioxidants

• May lower LDL (the ‘bad’) cholesterol

• May lower blood sugar

Spinach Artichoke Grilled Cheese

by CookingClassy

*I used sliced provolone instead of shredded and it worked really well.

Alli discusses the unique artichoke, its history, health benefits, and even shares a delicious recipe!