Well, Giada De Laurentiis has the answer and it's so simple it may just be your new favorite dip… or is it a sauce? Maybe a ...

Store artichokes loosely wrapped in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for a week or two. They’re prone to mold, so make sure they aren’t wet or damp when placed in the bag. Check them often to ensure ...

Then carefully remove the hairy 'choke' in the middle of the artichoke with a spoon and discard. You'll be left with the artichoke heart or 'fond'.