Sauteed Baby Artichokes

We first enjoyed these tiny artichokes at Erminia, a New York restaurant presided over by the Latini family. They’re becoming more common in the markets now, so when you see them (usually in the springtime), snap them up—the smallest you can find. They can range in size from one to three inches high. Just trim the stem and outer leaves—the rest can be eaten as the choke has not yet developed.