Recipe and source notes

Broccoli Italian-style

4 servings Source yield

Ingredients

  • 1¼ pounds broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • dash black pepper

Make it step by step

  1. Trim broccoli, discarding tough part of stems. Cut broccoli into florets with 2-inch stems. Peel remaining broccoli stems; cut into ½-inch-thick slices.
  2. Bring 1 quart water to a boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add broccoli; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-high.
  3. Cook, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes or until broccoli is fork-tender. Drain; arrange evenly in serving dish.
  4. Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, parsley and pepper in small bowl. Pour over broccoli, turning to coat. Let stand, covered, 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.

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