I steamed mine before adding them to this pasta.Artichoke and Mushroom Pasta*1/2 lb linguine, fettuccine, spaghetti, or other pasta (I used whole wheat spaghetti)*2 Tbsp olive oil*1 shallot, minced*1/2 lb crimini mushrooms, chopped*3 Tbsp prepared basil pesto (I used this recipe)*1 cup frozen peas*1 lb baby artichokes, quartered*salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste1.