Roasted Broccoli
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Everyday Food, March 2004
- Prep Time 10 minutes
- Total Time 25 minutes
- Yield Serves 4
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccoli
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim 1 inch from stems of broccoli. Using a vegetable peeler, peel outer layer of stems; cut diagonally into 1/2-inch slices. Separate florets into bite-size pieces.
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In a large bowl, toss florets and stems with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; roast, turning broccoli halfway through, until tender, about 15 minutes.
Just salt and pepper? Such a simple, elegant and perfect roasted broccoli recipe
Terrific recipe that's fun to play with. I agree with theroz that adding some sliced garlic to the party really enhances this dish. For another twist with some zing: add a few strips of lemon peel, a splash of lemon juice, and/or a scant sprinkling of red pepper flakes.
Very simple and very simply amazing!!
Everytime I make this recipe, everyone loves it. I add 3 - 4 cloves of sliced garlic and that gives it a bit more flavor.
i try and serve fresh broccoli at least once a week. i have heard that when men eat fresh broccoli once a week...it will help prevent prostrate cancer. i usually just steam it and a little butter and s