Roasted sweet potatoes can be served as they are or scooped out and used in a variety of dishes.
| PREP | COOK | TEMP | SERVES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 min | 5 min | MEDIUM HEAT | 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.
ABOUT BROCCOLI
Broccoli Facts
Broccoli, which has more protein than most other vegetables, is also high in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, and potassium.
Garlic Facts
Garlic has been used as a traditional medicine as well as a food flavoring. It is a healthy and delicious addition to many dishes around the world. Its medicinal benefits for both cure and prevention require larger doses, which should be taken with the supervision and advice of a knowledgeable medical practitioner.
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