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How to Clean Cardoon - Preparing Cardoon for Use in Recipes

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Peel Off the Strings

Pare or peel off the strings.

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The entire stalk of cardoon is covered in silver-hued strings. Start paring at the top of the stalk and peel downwards to remove the strings.

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