2 Slice off the top of the artichoke: Slice about 3/4 inch to an inch off the tip of the artichoke. A serrated bread knife works great for this. 3 Remove small petals at the base: Pull off any smaller petals towards the base and on the stem.
Authorities say Ralston, who gained widespread attention when he cut off his forearm to free himself after becoming trapped by a dislodged boulder in a Utah canyon, was arrested Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013 in Denver for domestic violence. (AP/Evan Agostini, File)
The 36-year-old was told by doctors that her left leg was infected with septicaemia and could kill her if it was not cut off. Struggle: Mandy Sellars had her leg amputated (pictured after the operation) after it grew to five stone. But 22 months after the surgery, her limb began to balloon again, according to the Daily Mirror.