Cheesy Roasted Broccoli
Have you ever tried to roast your broccoli? Well, now here is your chance. Try this easy Cheesy Roasted Broccoli recipe and you will never cook broccoli the same. When you roast broccoli it becomes crispier giving it a better texture. Also, it's roasted with flavors like lemon and garlic, which completely gives it a better taste. The great thing about broccoli is that it is always in season. You can always get it at your local grocer, so there is no excuse to not eat it. This parmesan roasted broccoli is the perfect side dish for your next dinner. Try tonight and see how delicious this roasted veggie can be.
Cooking MethodCasserole
Ingredients
- 5 pound broccoli
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
- Good olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoon julienned fresh basil leaves
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
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Cut the broccoli florets from the thick stalks, leaving an inch or two of stalk attached to the florets, discarding the rest of the stalk. Cut the larger pieces through the base of the head with a small knife, pulling the florets apart. You should have about 8 cups of florets. Place the broccoli on a sheet pan large enough to hold them in a single layer. Toss the garlic on the broccoli and drizzle with 5 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until crisp-tender and the tips of some of the florets are browned.
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Remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately toss with 1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon zest and juice, pine nuts, Parmesan, and basil. Serve hot.