Yuki Sugiura

This reliable green vegetable deserves a reputation reboot. It's available year-round, loaded with vitamins, and takes minimal effort to turn into something truly delicious.

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Yuki Sugiura

We're willing to bet that you have a head of broccoli in your refrigerator's crisper drawer right now. Before you do the usual steam it or roast it, check out this fresh crop of recipes, all of which take America's go-to vegetable from default to beyond delicious.

First, a buyer's guide: This cool-season crop is at its peak from October through April, but you can find it in your supermarket year-round. At the grocery store or farmers' market, select heads with closed, tightly packed florets that are deep green (or even tinted purple) and firm stalks; the cut ends should look pale green and moist. Always store your broccoli in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator, preferably in a ventilated plastic bag, for up to four days.

There are so many ways to work with that broccoli, but before you can cook it, you need to first understand the best way to cut broccoli into florets. It's really simple: discard the bottom, then trim away any small branches. Whatever you do, don't toss the stalk! Peel the tough outer layer to reveal the more tender, lighter green inner stalk. Separate the stem and the top portion. Cut the top into even florets and you'll be ready to start most broccoli recipes. Enjoy it as an unexpected pizza topping, as the most succulent part of a stir-fry, or fried into an addictive appetizer. As for the stalk? There are recipes just for it (this salad is a favorite). Or slice finely and include it in your favorite broccoli sides, soups, and more.

Mark our words: When you use these broccoli recipes, the greens will be the first thing to disappear from everyone's plate—not the last.

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Broccoli, Lemon, and Gouda Pizzas

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30 Tried-and-True Broccoli Recipes You Need in Your Life

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Broccoli, Lemon, and Gouda Pizzas

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Roasted Broccoli with Pumpkin Seeds and Grated Pecorino

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Broccoli Fritto Misto

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Broccoli Casserole

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Creamy Broccoli-and-Spinach Soup

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Broccoli-Cheddar Quiche

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Classic Ranch with Broccoli Dippers

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Sausage and Broccoli with Pepperoncini Sauce

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Beef and Broccoli with Black-Bean Garlic Sauce

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Black Rice and Broccoli with Almonds

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Broccoli-and-Potato "Samosa" Pie

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Baked Broccoli Custards

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Roasted Broccoli with Seeds and Feta

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Broccoli Stalk Salad

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Ginger-Lemongrass Broth with Noodles, Silken Tofu, and Broccoli

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Broccoli Slaw

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Pasta and White Beans with Broccoli Pesto

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Broccoli and Chickpea Salad

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Broccoli Gratin

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Spicy Broccoli with Garlic

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Broccoli-Pecorino Tart

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Broccoli with Toasted Cashews

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Steamed Broccoli and Squash with Tahini Sauce

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Lemony Braised Broccoli

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Pasta Salad with Roasted Broccoli

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