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Watever143
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broccoli 101

I bought fresh broccoli. Whats the best way to cook it?

Posted 2/6/13 6:37 PM
 
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FDNYWife31
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Re: broccoli 101

I like to boil it just a couple of minutes and then I drizzle extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice over it.

Posted 2/6/13 6:46 PM
 

headoverheels
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Re: broccoli 101

Burnt! Toss with olive oil and roast it! 425 for about 30 minutes or until the tops are dark brown, yummmmmm.

Posted 2/6/13 7:14 PM
 

Watever143
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broccoli 101

Just olive oil??

Posted 2/6/13 7:35 PM
 

headoverheels
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Re: broccoli 101

Posted by Watever143

Just olive oil??



Well, you can add a little salt and pepper too but honestly you don't need it

Posted 2/6/13 8:28 PM
 

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Re: broccoli 101

Posted by headoverheels

Burnt! Toss with olive oil and roast it! 425 for about 30 minutes or until the tops are dark brown, yummmmmm.



I agree - I like all vegetables best when they are roasted. You can use olive oil and any type of seasonings you want (salt, pepper, chili flakes, garlic powder, etc.) and do this for almost any veggie. Brussels sprouts are really good this way, too!

My DH isn't a big veggie fan but he will eat them if they are roasted until very crispy.

Posted 2/6/13 9:06 PM
 

shapla79
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Re: broccoli 101

This recipe is a family favorite:

Skinnytaste Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic

Posted 2/6/13 9:10 PM
 

jlk51496
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Re: broccoli 101

I steam it in a steamer over water ... And leave it al dente ..like it still crunchy..hate mushy broccoli ! I never usually cook it with anything !

Posted 2/6/13 9:47 PM
 

FreeButterfly
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broccoli 101

I grate/brown some garlic in EVOO. Then throw in the broc to coat. Then I add a little water to steam it.

Posted 2/6/13 10:15 PM
 

BklynBabe12
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Re: broccoli 101

I steam my broccoli. I cut off more than half the stems, I leave a little. I place the steamer in the pot and fill the pot with enough water to fill up to the steam and toss the broccoli in there. I put it on a low setting and let it cook for about 20-25 mins. I place a knife through to make sure its cooked.

I slice garlic really thin, I use 3 gloves and drizzle olive oil and add the garlic. I toss with a little salt and its perfect!

Posted 2/6/13 11:04 PM
 

Lauren82
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Re: broccoli 101

My mom steams her broccoli lightly, they puts it hot in a bowl with fresh lemon juice and sliced garlic and seals it tight. We then eat it at room temp. It is delicious!

Posted 2/7/13 6:19 AM
 

Carolyn
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Re: broccoli 101

I toss with garlic powder, olive oil and S&P and sprinkle with some panko bread crumbs. Roast on a sheet pan at 400 for about 20 minutes until the tips are getting brown. Right when I take it out I sprinkle with a little bit of parmesan cheese. It's so good.

Or I just steam and dip in Frank's red hot Chat Icon

Posted 2/7/13 8:47 AM
 

MrsA1012
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broccoli 101

Roasted with lots of garlic, pepper, a dash of salt some Italian seasoning. Drizzle with lemon juice when they come out. You can also sprinkle some breadcrumbs on the top before you roast. Top with a bit of cheese, if you like.

Posted 2/7/13 10:53 PM
 

rojerono
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Re: broccoli 101

I like Burnt Broccoli.. but I refer to Hayley's recipe and use it all the time.. the bread crumbs and garlic MAKE it for me.



Maybeamommy's Recipe for Burnt Broccoli

Posted 2/8/13 8:33 AM
 

missfabulous
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Re: broccoli 101

Posted by headoverheels

Burnt! Toss with olive oil and roast it! 425 for about 30 minutes or until the tops are dark brown, yummmmmm.



This is what I do!! Soooo good. I put a little salt and granulated garlic on it too. Or Mrs. dash. I switch it up.

Posted 2/8/13 9:25 AM
 

blue11
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Re: broccoli 101

Posted by headoverheels

Burnt! Toss with olive oil and roast it! 425 for about 30 minutes or until the tops are dark brown, yummmmmm.



yum me too! i add garlic and lemon juice to it and salt and pepper. also, make cauliflower with it so good! if i feel like it i will add parmesan cheese at the end.Chat Icon

Posted 2/8/13 10:04 AM
 

DaniRN
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Re: broccoli 101

First I add some butter AND olive oil to a sautee pan, add some chopped garlic and lightly sautee (not burn the garlic or it is bitter). Then i take fresh broccoli florets (washed) and green and yellow zucchinni sliced thin add them to the pan ans sautee them as well. Add a little salt and pepper (and sometime red pepper flakes if I want a kick) for taste. I make angel hair pasta (or even penne) make and drain. I add the pasta to the pan (usually just 1/2 a box worth since my son will only eat plain pasta, lol) and mix the pasta with the veggies. It is so easy, so good and my husband and daughter devour it!

Posted 2/8/13 10:22 AM
 
 
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