Artichokes - Food and Medicine

Jerusalem Artichokes do not only make a beautiful sunflower, they also present us with food and medicine. In this video I tall about how versatile these beautiful plants are. All recipe details are below.
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Jerusalem Artichokes are a very versatile food and can be eaten raw, (sliced into salads and sandwiches); boiled, mashed, roasted or baked. They can be added to soups and stews or pureed. If you have any other ideas, please share.
I made a medicinal tincture by slicing each tuber into thin rounds and placed them in a clean jar. I covered them with vodka - but you could also use Apple Cider Vinegar - and this will sit for 6 weeks before straining out the Artichoke pieces. This medicine can be taken to benefit the digestive system, improving the liver and bile production, and replenishing the gut with prebiotic fibre. If you make a tincture using Apple Cider Vinegar, this can be used as a medicine - ie taking 5ml in a little water twice a day before meals; or you can add to salad dressings.
I also sliced and dried the tubers and we will chew one or two of these little slices each day to improve gut health.
Thank you so much for watching and I hope you have a wonderful week.
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[@katherinedinwiddie4526]

My grandmother used to allow my brother to eat dirt with a spoon. She said he knows what he needs. My mother had a fit. But my brother seemed to get over his sniffles and cough. Love nature

[@valentinabernardi1771]

Pediatrician said the same to my mum when i was a cbild and used to go in the garden and eat dirt, is said is biofeedback, and at the worst i would get worms😅

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Great family story! Grandmother was right, Nature provides xx

[@juliedawn4271]

We used to make mud pies and eat them 😅

[@kajsa4448]

No wonder that we all taste/eat some sand and soil especially before we're old enough to walk.

[@smrk2452]

That’s amazing

[@Yvonne.49]

Who knew??? Gosh Terri what an interesting video on those artichoke flowers! I noticed your tunic right off, love it, and of course, you made it!, thanks for sharing.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad you thought it interesting and thanks for your comments xx

[@kakea8403]

Another wonderful video! I enjoy our Sunday morning coffee visits!!! Sending love from SE Texas, USA! ❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Happy Sunday and love to you too xx

[@gailbutler483]

When I lived on my farmstead I grew sun chokes and often made a creamy, delicious potato and sun choke au gratin. Also, they were great raw in salads, and steamed and mashed like potatoes. My chickens would sometimes scratch them up and eat them, as well. You video caused me to miss sun chokes which cannot usually be found in markets. Love your videos. Lowell does a remarkable job of videoing the life of the garden and the sentient creatures therein.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Au gratin sounds good - thanks for the tip! xx

[@marielbello6305]

Hi Terri and Lol, Have a beautiful sunny day, same here... Thank you so very much for all the positive loving energy sent, very , very grateful!!!! Beautiful work with the tunic, the colours do you well!!!! I enjoy so much your teachings and the way that you are humble even when you are an amazing healer!!!!! Blessings and more blessings, once again I am very thankful you guys!!!! I enjoy every musical note and silence in your music , Lol!!!! In here, the greenhouse is up, but , the plants are not there yet....everyone is dealing with different things, projects, etc.... But, is coming.... I will look for the plants to not sure I seen them here....Thank you so very much for all you guys do, your heart-felt work is making a huge difference for many of us!!!😃🙏🌹

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Delighted you are enjoying the videos and that you garden has started xx

[@deanablythe9394]

I was only today discussing that we all need to eat some dirty and my Uncle has always said that we need to eat a ton of dirt before we die, with regard to keeping children clean and presentable. So with that, I quite agree with you about not washing this tuber as there are many benefits to not washing what we eat. Thank you for sharing this plant with us today Terri, I have only this year learned about this plant, but was unaware of its medical use. Once again a great film that you both have made, I look forward to seeing what else you film later.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks so much Deana - lovely to read your comments xx

[@susannautterback6815]

I see these everywhere where I live! Will be planting next year. Thanks Terri. Have a good safe week🌹

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You too Susanna. You could plant them now too xx

[@susannautterback6815]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden ❤️❤️

[@jeans1712]

Thank you for the history too. I wonder if the Queen's recipe reduced the 'wind' as others comment with lemon juice etc

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I hope so! Would be embarrassing for the queen if she was windy!😂

[@slane_design]

Always love the process and benefits. We have all we need from the Earth. We humans need to learn these ways so we can stop destroying Mother Gaia.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Everything and in abundance - care and respect and we shall always be ok xx

[@hetty2974]

Good morning terri,happy sunday, im now going to watch your film,,your tunic is just wonderful, you look perfectly lovely,,I shall comment after I watch your film, thank-you 😊

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank so much Hetty - looking forward to that xx

[@margolovesflowers]

We have these everywhere! I need to gather some..I feel we find in great abundance what we need…I have an extremely dry mouth and now I know what will help!!! Thank you Terri!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hope it helps get your saliva flowing again xx

[@barbararoyal6139]

Good morning Terri ☀️ Love your tunic! It looks wonderful on you! A dear friend gave me some tubers this year. My first time growing them. This video is perfect timing for me! Everything looks full of life around you🌱 Thank you 🌼

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hello Barbara - so glad to hear the video was good timing. They are so easy to grow , just pop them in and they take care of themselves. Enjoy your garden xx

[@simply_lisa_lisa]

I began growing them last year. I planted a handful of tubers in some dirt in the entry garden - mistake! ha ha ha They grew nearly 15 foot tall and so big that three adults joining hands barely covered the circumference. The tubers remind me a lot of water chestnuts. Last year I did not harvest them until the flowers began dying back and they were so plump. They were the size of red potatoes. This year I planted them for privacy. ha ha I will try making medicine with them this year. Thank you for sharing this information, Terri. Continued blessings. Peace, love and light from NW GA USA.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Love and light to you too Lisa - hope you get plenty for medicine and food xx

[@Salomessanctuary]

Thank you very much, Danu. You are a gem💎 . Happy Sunday 🙏

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Many Happy Returns Salome xx

[@michaeljonesdougherty.209]

Its a win win deal there beautiful there food and medicine.they look alot .like my black eye Suzie.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

They are similar xx Definitely a win-win😃

[@Cynthia.B]

Wonderful! Great information about the Helianthus, and I love your tunic! Looks great on you, and it's very fashionable! I also love the pretty fuschias and hollyhocks in your garden. Great camera work and love the music and your pets, as always. Thank you! 🌻🧡🙂

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you so much Cynthia. I also love the Fuchsia and the Hollyhocks - I'm always so impressed by the way they stand up to the wind xx

[@judeross3875]

Ah fartichokes . My dear old neighbour called them. I had no idea their medicinal value thank you so much for sharing.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are so welcome. What a great and apt name😂 xx

[@nannygranny9534]

Good morning!! I had a beautiful bed of artichokes that had been growing and replenishing themselves for 15 years. Went out one morning to find my husband had decided to pull them all up without saving any for me to replant. Bet you can guess what that lead to!😁 what a great idea and how cute is your tunic. Heading to my closet! Have a beautiful day.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

AAarrrgghhhh!! Yes I can guess!😂 Hope he learned his lesson xx

[@nannygranny9534]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden Nope. This guy is into what he wants and not a team player. Considering becoming single.

[@Gypsey1304]

Don’t worry about it, they’ll come back. I planted 10 tubers last year. Harvested kilos and kilos of massive artichokes all through October/November/December. However, this year I pulled up over 50 that came up in the potato bed I put there. I thought I’d got them all! But no way. They are incredibly invasive, but I love them. They have continued coming up among the potatoes ever since (I put them up the other end of the allotment this year but they haven’t flowered yet) so I expect another containment battle! So abundant, I also did them in jars of pickles, lovely!

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thanks Terri see you next time have a wonderful week 😊

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

See you next time, Empress xxx

[@TheStarcruiser]

Hello Terri your garden always looks so Beautiful & Abundant! The Artichokes too, what a magical food🌻🦋💜

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Well worth growing some xx

[@kavannahlight5378]

I always look forward to receiving your beautiful videos every Sunday. However, KZbin is delaying the delivery for 3 to 7 days for all health and spiritually oriented content......hmmm. But they are quick in recommending all the gloom and doom channels and fear p..n news casts. I have very limited subs so I notice right away. I was actually worried about you and Lol! So great to see all is well and happy!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

That is bizarre!! Here the videos are available within seconds of going "live". Very odd. We are fine and well thank you Carolyn and hope it is the same for you too. xx

[@brigidlaffey7343]

Particularly delicious grated into à Risotto. Even better if coupled with that other great medicinal food - Celeriac!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Good idea ! Lots of great recipes turning up here in the comments section. Thanks to everyone xx

[@amadahyrose]

I like them raw! Lovely tunic, Terri!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you! xx

[@Downstream33]

Thank you ❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You're welcome 😊 xx

[@brigidlaffey7343]

Danu, I was most impressed with how cleanly your farties emerged from the soil. Cleaning them is always my bane. However I leave them to soak in water first to ease that process. It’s said that peeling them eases the flatulence but who would bother with that chore? 😮😊 Not to mention loss of vital minerals 😊😊 However harvesting after an early frost or two reduces the ‘airy’ effect, & sweetens the flavour. My desire for them always causes me to jump the gun but reminds me, after eating them, that patience is a virtue rewarded 😊😊 Blessings be.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

We rarely get frost here so no need to wait. Pulled these a little early to make the video and to clear the space. Who indeed would bother with that chore???

[@sixeses]

Thank you for the music and tips.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You re very welcome xx

[@marystaten5077]

Thank you 🙏 definitely gonna add to my garden 😊 Have a great week 🙏😊❤️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks Mary - you too ! xx

[@louisecreed1248]

Oh my Terri, thank you so much for the reminder..in my mums garden is a patch of Jerusalem artichokes, we cook them and along with potatoes,garlic & cream and pepper put them in a pastry, such a delicate flavour...have you tried it that way? Guess where I'm going tomorrow with fork and wellies 😄. I never knew about eating them raw and using them in a tincture...so thank you ❤❤❤xxx

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Sounds great! So tasty! All of those lovely tastes in a pastry - I'm going to try that😃xx

[@louisecreed5460]

Mms weren’t ready😂think it’s sept/Oct when they’re ready,behind you in readiness and a few weeks more as she’s higher up so crop a bit more behind🤔was gutted as looking forward to eating them. Hope you do make it with pastry,another recipe for the drawer haha xx

[@eddy8828]

Love this channel.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I appreciate that! Thank you1 xx

[@MortifiedU]

The unwashed pumpkin.. Can you clarify something for me, years ago I read that B12 is high in mushrooms because of the bacteria (soil) that cannot be completely washed off the gills (underside of mushroom). Many people actually suffer B12 deficiencies because produce is too clean today.. Another fascinating video, thank you so much. I wonder if they could be turned into a Hungarian Langos, could be rather nice.. the artichokes that is.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

As far as I know B12 deficiency is because of the lack of it in the soil these days but you could be right about the mushrooms. I agree that produce is too clean - sick of seeing sanitisers everywhere too!. What is a Hungarian Langos?

[@MortifiedU]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden oh you must try Hungarian langos, a potato / flour fries wait i will grab a link.

[@MortifiedU]

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[@karennewbury6430]

Thank you again Terri and Lol for another interesting video. Terri, please continue this video, documenting the food prep, the final tincture and the dehydrated herbs. Would it be possible to tincture this with ACV instead of alcohol? Alcohol is something we avoid bringing into our home. I am currently a student of herbal studies in Canada, and want to learn all I can about herb ingredients. Blessings to you both 🍁🐝🌻 from Canada. Also, could you reference one of your previous videos if you have any, to assist with upper respiratory issues? Canada is currently experiencing the worst season for 🔥wildfires in our history. With gratitude.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hi Karen, I can show the dehydrated tubers but as for the food prep - just use like any root vegetable. You can of course use Apple Cider Vinegar in place of alcohol for any herbal tincture. I am so sorry to hear about the wildfires - terrible mismanagement! I hope they are put out soon and that people don't suffer. There are lots of respiratory herbs of course but I do not like to use a plant allopathically - and the plant would match the person and how they are reacting to the smoke. Something soothing like Plantain would be one to consider, Marshmallow perhaps. There isn't a one size fits all I'm afraid xx

[@karennewbury6430]

Thank you Terri. Of course, match the plant to the person. I should have known this. Have a great week Terri, (and Lol). @@DanusIrishHerbGarden

[@paulashaham6282]

We are having smoke here in Oregon. an herbalist named Kiva Rose in New Mexico was able to help people around her from smoke inhalation by using mullein infusion with a bit of sassafras leaf And I used that successfully here. So, I recommend that daily.

[@Ladythyme]

Thanks so much….didn’t know very much about this plant…very interesting

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

It is so interesting. And from other comments, it can be given to animals to eat too. xx

[@ekaterinaevseeva5183]

Oh my Gosh, I want to start doing everything you been showing here 😅❤😊 the thing is - I live on another type of climate and soils, and I am very much a beginner 😊

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You can do it! Just start 😂

[@Meinvt]

Rodents (probably moles) are what cause mine to grow all over the place

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Yes, I am sure they pull them about all over xx

[@liza71234]

Awesome video! I ordered some tubers for my survival garden 🪴 ❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Good idea!! 💡😊

[@Daantje2022]

Thank you Terri again such a good lesson. I have a question…do you put only wodka in the tincture?

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

To make a tincture I use vodka. If you don't wish to use alcohol you can use Apple Cider Vinegar xx

[@roksannastephens4375]

Hello, what an interesting video. So, the only part of the plant one eats are the tubular parts? I take artichoke supplements. I wish I had the land to grow them, chemical free in a rich soil. Thank you for sharing.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Yes, correct - only the tubers. If you had a Globe Artichoke - which is a completely different and unrelated plant, you could use the leaves for medicine. xx

[@roksannastephens4375]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden 😊 ty

[@brigidlaffey7343]

You can happily eat the flowers - very medicinal also. In Europe they would be gathered, dried and kept as winter supplements. Add to cakes, salads, &/or make vibrational remedies from or a tincture. 💜

[@knottyinks1]

I’m not sure what variety I have but they are around 11 feet tall this year! They are not in flower yet (sept 1) but I’m sure I could feed a village with them

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

That's why they are such a welcome plant in the garden xx

[@dianneholt6671]

Do birds like them? From Massachusetts USA 🇺🇸

[@adrianatanasescu122]

Haw manny weeks you keep the tincture of artichoke? Thank you very much.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

As with all tinctures that I make, 6 weeks and then strain out. I have made the tincture with someone in mind. All the benefits are mentioned in the video. xx

[@lisepaisley7961]

How much is your books, I can't seem to find the price on your site.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

His Lise, the books 15 euros each which includes postage and packaging. Here is a link -www.danusirishherbgarden.com/product/the-weed-handbook-volume-1-the-medicinal-and-magical-uses-of-connemara-weeds/

[@briankerr4512]

Fowl and loath sum wind ... I say ... such language ;)

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I am only quoting from herbalists of the past. They didn't mince their words 🤣😂

[@smrk2452]

Foul and loathsome wind 😂

[@randolphfriend8260]

🩷 are they any kin to😢 the "thistle like" delicacy artichoke, served at fancy partys? Those burn my mouth. 😢

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

No - they are not related at all. xx These ones will not burn your mouth xx

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

Very diplomatic. "Foul and loathsome wind". Interesting & humorous to hear some of these old quotes as to how they described things. Throwing a few more in now and again could be good. I hope all wind was of the refreshing kind. Nowt as bad as foul and loathsome wind but at least it's summer and you can open the windows if it stops raining.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thankfully, all the wind here has been of the refreshing kind , blowing away cobwebs and no loathsomeness . Rain has stopped today as well 😂 xx

[@laurapavone3513]

😂🌬️🌀

[@kimberlylottridge3961]

It's funny that just this week I was with a friend who suspects she might have kidney stone issues and she asked if there was anything I knew about that could help. And here you come with one answer:) The threads of the universe are amazing.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

They are indeed - we are only one. Tell her to nibble one or two raw or get advice from a herbalist close by.

[@kimberlylottridge3961]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden Thank you, I will:)

[@jayhillrubis]

Root artichokes are very 'farty' but good. The fact the wind is foul suggests cleansing. . . I grew up on globe artichokes, quite different from root. Once established they come back year after year. My father had a forest of them as do we. Once strong the roots can be split in quaters and replanted in well rotted manure to boost numbers. It's known in India that they are a complete food, Sister Mother Teresa of Avilia lived on only them for decades as do Vaisnava Monks. Be aware earwigs love to live in them so submerge in water before boiling. Bees and especially bumble bees just love their voluminous nectar production, one can smell it in the purple flowers. Love from Tipperary. 💖🙏💫

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks very much. Might try some Globe's one day - for the herb garden too xx

[@valentinabernardi1771]

I was told that if you put them in a bowl with water and lemon juice and let them in that for 10 15 mins l, or you squeeze some lemon juice on them while they cook, they wont cause so much flautolence

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks for the tip and great advice xx

[@RoseCottageColleen]

You've inspired me to get some Jerusalem artichoke plants and put them on a little plot near my garden shed. Thank you for your channel. I learn so much every time I watch.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Good to hear - thank you. Do get some - beautiful flowers even if you don't eat them xx

[@ashley-cz1sl]

I always let me kids run around in the dirt. My sons love to help me in the garden and get dirty. They are always running around barefoot too. I am always trying to find natural ways to help build up their immune system, especially since school in strting in our area soon.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Sounds as if you are doing all the right things. Your kids are so lucky - what could be better than running around bare footed! xx

[@loisbanks3614]

More wonderful info. Nature is abundant! Such a lot to harvest right now... J.A. is lovely as a potato with a little gravy or sauce.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks Lois - we are trying lots of different ways to enjoy them xx

[@littlehomeinthevalley]

I always learn so much from you, Terri. Your films are so enjoyable as well.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you so much - I appreciate that xx

[@amandapoyner8141]

Ah, Sanity ... how lovely to see your video upload. Thank you!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are welcome Amanda xx

[@EgoShredder]

I learned a lot from this, and it might probably have saved my uncle from dying last year from his years of on/off kidney stone problems. He was too old to be operated on and so they did the usual sedation and killing method instead. He was living a full life up until the previous day, driving 20K miles a year and so on.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Sorry to hear that. Poor man xx

[@smrk2452]

I’m so sorry for your loss

[@daggy1778]

dear Terri.....thanks for showing and for the other name...............Blessings and greetings from Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hope you are well dear Daggy! Many blessings and have a lovely day xx

[@daggy1778]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden yes,dear Terri....with every day IT goes better...xxx

[@michellecannon5673]

What and how would you use the tincture? I love your films and look forward to it every Sunday. Thank you so much.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You would use the tincture for digestive health and you would take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon twice a day. xx

[@julyjoy6756]

Thank you for the wonderful information Terri. I'm always looking for ways to maintain or improve my gut health. Much appreciated From July of Canada 🇨🇦

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

A little nibble every day should help, raw or dried and see how you get on xx

[@fettlerjohn3419]

Thanks for posting as always , great stuff .👍🏼✨

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad it was helpful and that you enjoyed it xx

[@isabelladavis1363]

I’ve never seen these used medicinally so thank you for sharing that information…looks like it needs to be contained as well as possible…a large barrel and see what that will produce ..obviously as great foraging food as well as ornamentally beautiful…awesome that it’s a prebiotic …as always sweet lady wonderful information …stay blessed

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Blessings to you too Isabella and thank you xx

[@gardentours]

It's such a beautiful plant 🌼🌻 the bees 🐝 love it and for us it's very healthy 👍

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

A very welcome addition to any garden xx

[@cynthiahamblin-perry5880]

We call them Sunchokes. I have grown them for years. They get so tall! I have had mine in same spot for many years - I just harvest some and leave some tubers in the ground and they come back fine. Some years they don't flower - they don't flower here until October and some years we get a killing frost before they can flower - still produce! Your weather is much milder then ours. Have a great week and look forward to next Sunday video. Many Blessings from Vermont

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks so much Cynthia and blessings to you too for a great week xx

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

They were fed to me raw, by my father, when I was a child. I have never had any as an adult. I remember them giving me gas. I was given some, about 12 years ago, to plant. They never came up.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You could maybe try them from the market first and if you like them now, plant some xx

[@RiseHigher_999]

Hi! Thank you for the amazing video! Where is the best place to get seeds for these lovely plants in order to grow them? I’m a newbie in regards to gardening and herbal meds. Thank you my dear 💜

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I grew them from tubers. If you can get them at a market just eat some and plant the others. xx

[@RiseHigher_999]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden thank you! Peace and Love to you 🤗🥰

[@treehouse3240]

Thank you for another great video Terri. Have a great week ahead.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you! You too! xx

[@jamieloom22]

Your tunic is lovely. Thanks for all the interesting info on the not-artichokes. Blessings xx

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Hi Jamie - thank you! Blessings to you too xx

[@mikeinportland30]

I absolutely love your tunic! ....and Jerusalem Artichokes are amazing plants and so versatile. But they can cause wind. There are not also here called "fartichokes" for nothing. 😜. Seriously though, a great plant to grow!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Ha ha - I like that! Very amusing. But you are right - very versatile xx

[@9LineMusic]

Thank you for this amazing video Sister.🙏😇🙏

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So glad you liked it xx

[@abbie5212]

My Dad grew Jerusalem Artichokes because it was good for diabetics. I would make a relish with them. Wish I had some now. It was so delicous. After hearing the medicinal benefits, the relish might be a good way to add a small amount to meals to aid digestion.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

That sounds a great way to include them in the diet. Your dad was right, the Inulin is a blood sugar regulator. xx

[@Janine-pu4lh]

The relish sounds lovely. By any chance do you still have the recipe?

[@angelabyrne154]

Ohh, sounds delish - do you have a recipe?

[@brigidlaffey7343]

Would relish that recipe 😊 🙏

[@bethwilton8075]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden ♥️

[@lm9753]

Tunic looks fantastic. Thank you for being the best part of my Sunday mornings!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting - appreciate your time xx

[@lindaedwards7840]

Hello to you both , great information once again , the sun shines and flowers grow bringing the food harvest too. Such a versatile plant with so much to offer. Thank you for sharing your garden world of wonders. Hugs & Blessings. 💚🌹

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Our pleasure! Delighted you enjoyed it. Many blessings to you too. xx

[@lindaedwards7840]

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[@tracyguillemette6255]

We have grown these in CT in two different locations - we took them when we moved! just 6 tubers were started and now we have at least 50 to 100 growing on our property - the voles and mice love them though - so best to harvest in late fall after a frost not spring for us! We found that we need to boil with some vinegar or lemon juice or slow bake at 350 for 90 minutes to help break down the inulin - causes some very painful gas in some. Eat just one wait 24 hours to see if you are sensitive...

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Good idea - when taken as medicine there is rarely a problem with the gas and bloating. xx

[@mariagamboa6249]

I want see you in that tunic in autumn 🍂. !!! How lovely will be!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are very kind! xx

[@carina2297]

Thank you Terri, your tunic is very beautiful. I didn't know this plant. Best wishes! Carina from Austria.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you Carina and best wishes to you too. xx

[@javabeanme]

Lovely tunic. Great information! Thank you again for such a delightful video.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed it xx

[@deloreshinson9356]

Thank you Terri for this very informative video, I will definitely try growing these next season. You and Colette are my inspiration, blessings wise woman.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

They are so easy. Just cover them with soil and they will work away and you don't have to do anything xx

[@PreferredMethods]

The tunic looks royal- although comfy. Love your beautiful videos.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you - it is comfy and light. Thanks for watching xx

[@bernadetteoconnor4591]

Terry you are truly amazing. I hope you both have a great day.x

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thank you Bernadette, Beannachtaí xx

[@michelemeri]

I look forward to your videos every week. So informative and inspiring. Thank-you for sharing your knowledge of plants. Also I love the music and artistry of the videos with special attention to your sweet dogs and cat...very calming to watch. Your re-purposed garden tunic is lovely!❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

So nice of you, you are very kind with your lovely comments. It is Lol who plays the music and edits the films - he is an artist and a musician so has a good idea. Have a lovely week xx

[@lorihouchin4732]

He is very good at filming your videos and I do like the music very much please let him know how much we all appreciate his hand in making the videos we watch each week 😊👍

[@marydunn3867]

Enjoy your artichokes. xx

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks Mary - going well so far. Trying different recipes xx

[@elsathal7359]

Thank you for sharing ✌️💞🤟

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are so welcome! xx

[@bergannon6585]

Educational as always, Terry 😊 thank you.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was useful xx

[@sallystanley4526]

My mom always said “Let your kids eat a little dirt, it’s good for them”😇

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

She was so right! Best way to build up an immune system - play outside, get dirty! xx

[@cherylwelch335]

I love the tunic! Great information about the artichokes. I'm going to try all the suggestions.🎉

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Good for you! xx

[@MrSullismom]

Many years ago, my father would say, "you have to eat a peck of dirt before you die." 😀

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

I think he was right. That's where our prebiotics and probiotics and nutrients are. xx

[@christineparsons4973]

I was wondering why you use vodka? Would you please explain 😊

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Because that is how you make a tincture which is a herbal medicine. If you have a look through the channel there are several videos about making tinctures and medicine xx

[@loisjkindel180]

Thank you for the video.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are welcome Lois - thank you for watching xx

[@beinafraid8068]

Hi Teri, after you have harvested the tubers, can you replant the rest of the plant and get more tubers at a later time? Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

No, you leave some of the tubers in the ground and they regrow. The rest of the plant is finished now xx

[@ASmileAdayful]

Any ideas with figs! I've made jam, fig tart, just this minute drinking a fig smoothie, I've frozen some, given 4lb away and there are still more😂 and on the market yesterday he was charging £1 per fig, so we plan a deal with him next season because he's off on holiday this week🤦‍♀️. Would love to try drying but in the UK, so not much chance of leaving them dry in the sun😂. Artichokes are not what I thought was artichoke 🤔 now I'm wondering what is the thing I thought was one..... Like a giant cactus/succulent 🤷‍♀️

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Can't help with figs, although in Spain they are sometimes served with meat. You are thinking of Globe Artichokes, the one like a giant succulent. These Jerusalem Artichokes are not artichokes. Confusing??😂

[@ASmileAdayful]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden 🙃😆 that is confusing, but I know now thank you 👍

[@dd7521]

Brilliant video, thank you and i agree they are very 'windy' 😮

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Ha ha - just waiting to see here! xx

[@rebeccacook7924]

Beautiful filming & editing 💚

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Thanks Rebecca - all down to Lol! xx

[@lulucly]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad it was helpful! xx

[@walkingwater893]

Good Sun Day morning! ☕️ Thank you. 😘

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

And it is a Sun day here too - after more stormy weather and heavy rain. Have a good one! xx

[@debbies2966]

Great new information on this plant, thank you.

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

You are welcome Debbie xx

[@donnawaldron3261]

Beautiful flowers

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

They are - tall and colourful xx

[@tracyrupp4882]

I learned so much!! Had been wondering why you would sometimes show sunflowers and call them "artichokes." Thanks so much!!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Ha ha - the whole artichoke thing is confusing but yes, that's why. xx

[@Xannadew]

☀️Love Sunday Mornings here🌼always learning🌻Thank you✨

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Have a lovely day! xx

[@freek3940]

It's a forever food ❤

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Yes indeed! xx

[@nestandseed]

When I was a wee tiny kid, I used to dig a hole in the backyard and fill it with hose water, and then I would stir and stir and stir with a big spoon from the kitchen until it was a thick muddy soup. Then I would pour cereal in it and eat it. This always got me in so much trouble! One time my grannie came over and said "Oh just let her do it, she knows what she needs". Now as an adult looking back I can see that the only thing unhealthy about that was probably the cereal, ha ha!

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Ha ha - yes, you are undoubtedly right!😂 And what a wise grannie you had xx

[@sabirul-haq1154]

Was hoping you would do something on the artichokes. Many thanks 💖

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Glad you found it useful xx

[@karab.8621]

I love this! I have had two in a pot for the last year. When there is a break in the rain today I am going to put them in my garden. I never knew how good they are for you. Love your channel I learn something new all the time. 💚🌱

[@DanusIrishHerbGarden]

Delighted it was useful! xx

[@karab.8621]

@@DanusIrishHerbGarden Did find out one pest likes them grasshoppers. Twenty minutes of them being in the ground they ate a bunch of the leaves.