Garlic Broccoli

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb broccoli, cut into uniform bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons no-salt-added chicken broth or 2 tablespoons vegetable broth
• 2 -3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Recipe

• 1 steam the broccoli in a medium pot by bringing about 1 inch of water to a boil. place the steamer basket with the cut broccoli in the pot. cover and steam for about 3 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green, and firm-tender.
• 2 remove from heat and run the broccoli under cold water to stop the cooking process. make sure the water drains out.
• 3 heat a medium-sized frying pan over medium heat. add the oil, broth, garlic, and red pepper flakes. heat for about 1 minute, until the sauce is very fragrant and bubbling.
• 4 add the steamed broccoli and toss with the sauce, cooking briefly until the broccoli is heated through. immediately place in a serving dish and sprinkle with reggiano parmesan cheese.