VEGETABLES: Easy to follow recipe to produce crunchy and green broccoli to go with any main dish.

BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC:

 

 

 

½ head broccoli                                                          

2 tbsp. cooking oil

½ tsp. salt                                                                    

2 tbsp. sliced garlic

1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper, optional

 

 

 

Wash and drain broccoli, cutting off and discarding the tough ends, and peeling the remaining stems. Slice stems into ¼-inch slices diagonally and break up the florets.

 

Heat oil in a saucepan over high heat until hot. Add garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add the broccoli and cayenne pepper, if using.  Continue to cook, at medium-high heat, tossing and sprinkling with a little water, for about 5 minutes, or until broccoli is tender but still a little crunchy.  Add salt and pepper. Toss well and serve.