BEST BROCCOLI OF YOUR LIFE
Steps:
- You preheat the oven to 425. Take 4 to 5 pounds of broccoli (I just got two large bunches), cut into florets (but relatively big ones.) Here's the key that she doesn't mention in the recipe: dry them THOROUGHLY. That is, if you wash them. I saw an episode of Julia Child cooking with Jacques Pepin once when Pepin revealed he doesn't wash a chicken before putting it in a hot oven: "The heat kills all the germs," he said in his French accent. "If bacteria could survive that oven, it deserves to kill me." By that logic, then, I didn't wash my broccoli; I wanted it to get crispy and brown. If you're nervous, though, just wash and dry it obsessively. Now, it's easy. Put the broccoli on a cookie sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. (She says 5 Tbs olive oil, 1 1/2 tsps kosher salt, 1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper, but I just eyeballed it.) Now add 4 garlic cloves that are peeled and sliced and toss them in too. Roast in the oven 20 to 25 minutes, until "crisp-tender and the tips of some of the florets are browned." I shook the pan around a bit as it went, but not sure that's necessary. When it's done, take it out of the oven-and here's where it gets really good-zest a lemon over the broccoli, squeeze the lemon juice over the broccoli, add 1.5 Tbs more olive oil, 3 Tbs toasted pine nuts (I left those out), and 1/3 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. She also has you add 2 Tbs julienned fresh basil, but I left that out too.
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Dwayne Rice
[email protected]This broccoli recipe is amazing! It's so easy to make and the results are incredible. The broccoli is perfectly tender and the lemon-Parmesan sauce is divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Francis Wakahiu
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables! The broccoli is roasted to perfection and the lemon-Parmesan sauce is a delicious addition. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Mia Tobin
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The broccoli is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Vio Afton
[email protected]This recipe was just okay. The broccoli was a bit overcooked and the sauce was too salty. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Mamou Brice. M
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my broccoli turned out mushy and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Joseph Umoroye
[email protected]Wow! This broccoli dish is amazing! The lemon-Parmesan sauce is so flavorful and the broccoli is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Samuel Ampeh
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The broccoli was cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit with the whole family.
SakuraSwipe
[email protected]So easy and delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The broccoli was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and cheesy. My family loved it!
Suresh Pandit
[email protected]This is the best broccoli recipe I've ever tried! The broccoli was tender and flavorful, and the lemon-Parmesan sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Mwinyi Mwinyi Mkadam
[email protected]I was skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but I was pleasantly surprised! The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Kishor Thapa
[email protected]This recipe is a game-changer! I've never had broccoli so flavorful and tender. The lemon-Parmesan sauce is absolutely delicious and really elevates the dish. I also love that this recipe is so easy to make. It's a perfect weeknight meal.