Broccoli Steamed with Garlic

PREP 30 min / COOK 5 min / SERVES 4

• INGREDIENTS
  • 1 lb FRESH BROCCOLI
  • 1/4 c COLD WATER
  • 1 Tbsp extra-virgin OLIVE OIL
  • 4-6 cloves GARLIC, finely chopped
  • SALT, to taste
• INSTRUCTIONS
  • Trim off the bottoms from the broccoli stalks and cut off the main stem of each stalk; peel away the fibrous layer and cut into small pieces. Break the broccoli into bite-size pieces.
  • Rinse and drain the BROCCOLI. Place in a pot with ¼ cup cold water, 1 Tbsp OLIVE OIL, SALT to taste, and 4-6 cloves of GARLIC. Add RED PEPPER FLAKES (optional) if you wish
  • Bring to a boil, cover tightly, and steam until the broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender, no more than 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and serve at once.