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Helianthus tuberosus ?Alternative name:
Jerusalem artichoke
Sunchoke
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerusalem_artichoke
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helianthus_Г—_laetiflorus

July: The plant grows actively, and roots reach their maximum size.

Safe but may cause flatulence. Jerusalem artichoke has been used in folk medicine to regulate blood sugar and support digestion.. In Europe, it has been traditionally cultivated as a vegetable since the 18th century..
Perennial plant with large tubers resembling ginger.. Tall stems, yellow flowers resembling sunflowers..
Digging tubers in autumn after the first frosts. Harvesting young leaves and shoots in spring for salads and infusions.
Tubers are best dug after the first frosts when starch partly converts to sugar, making them sweeter.. Young shoots are harvested before flowering to avoid bitterness..
Tubers are cleaned from soil, washed, and stored in a cool place.. Leaves and shoots are used fresh or dried for teas.. Used in food after cooking.
Baked Jerusalem artichoke (Baking)
Delicious and healthy side dish
1. Peel and slice tubers.
2. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and spices to taste.
3. Bake at 200°C for about 30 minutes until tender.
Jerusalem artichoke and herb salad (Chopping and mixing)
Fresh, crunchy salad
1. Thinly slice peeled Jerusalem artichoke.
2. Add finely chopped herbs (parsley, dill).
3. Dress with lemon juice and olive oil.
4. Mix and serve.
Jerusalem artichoke leaf infusion (Brewing)
Tonic and health-promoting drink
1. Pour 250 ml boiling water over 1 tbsp dried leaves.
2. Steep for 10 minutes, strain.
3. Take 100 ml twice daily.
Jerusalem artichoke cream soup (Boiling and blending)
Light and healthy soup
1. Peel and dice tubers.
2. Boil in salted water until soft.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Add cream and spices to taste, warm and serve.