Do you have a can (or jar) of artichokes in your pantry right now? You should.Here are some interesting ways to use these under-appreciated, long-lasting brined vegetables:.The most obvious place to start is dinner, just drain the hearts, chop them, and add them to pasta.Want something with more heft? Try a baked pasta inspired by everyone's favorite spinach and artichoke dip.Toss them in a salad to add a meaty texture; oil-packed artichokes are especially good for this.Stir them into a quick meal like chicken salad, or let them replace the protein altogether as a vegetarian option.Chop them even finer and use them as a flavor-bomb of a spread on a regular ham or turkey sandwich.The options are limited only by your creativity. So what are you waiting for?
