Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a pot with a steamer insert.

Trim off the bottom of your artichoke stems, then cut off any tiny leaves attached to the stem. Trim 1-inch off the top.

Place the artichokes in the steamer basket and place over the boiling water. Lid the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes.

Allow to cool, then peel back leaves and remove all of the choke leaves.

Squeeze lemon juice, sprinkle with salt, and serve with melted butter or Lemon-Pepper Garlic Butter.

For grilling: Preheat an outdoor grill. Cut chokes in half, drizzle with oil, and grill cut-side down for 3 minutes.

Melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.