Holiday Broccoli Salad

Holiday Broccoli Salad

Holiday Broccoli Salad

Holiday Broccoli Salad

4 1⁄2 cups fresh broccoli florets 3 cups sweet red peppers, chopped 10 slices bacon, strips cooked and crumbled 1⁄3 cup green onion, sliced 1⁄4 cup pecans, chopped 3⁄4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 dash pepper In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cider… Read More »

4 1⁄2 cups fresh broccoli florets 3 cups sweet red peppers, chopped 10 slices bacon, strips cooked and crumbled 1⁄3 cup green onion, sliced 1⁄4 cup pecans, chopped 3⁄4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 dash pepper In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cider… Read More »

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough lower stems removed 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish Kosher salt 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 pound orecchiette pasta High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing (optional) Directions: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of… Read More »

1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough lower stems removed 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted 3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish Kosher salt 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 pound orecchiette pasta High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing (optional) Directions: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of… Read More »

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

Four Cheese Broccoli Pizza

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb. pizza dough 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese 3⁄4 lb. provolone cheese, sliced (mild) 12 ounces broccoli florets steamed 1⁄3 cup ricotta cheese Garlic Powder Salt Roll out dough. Coat pizza pan with the olive oil and spread out rolled dough evenly to all edges of pan. Sprinkle… Read More »

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb. pizza dough 1⁄4 cup grated parmesan cheese 3⁄4 lb. provolone cheese, sliced (mild) 12 ounces broccoli florets steamed 1⁄3 cup ricotta cheese Garlic Powder Salt Roll out dough. Coat pizza pan with the olive oil and spread out rolled dough evenly to all edges of pan. Sprinkle… Read More »

Double Broccoli Quinoa

Double Broccoli Quinoa

Double Broccoli Quinoa

Double Broccoli Quinoa

3 c cooked Quinoa 5 cups raw broccoli, cut into small florets and stem pieces 3 medium garlic cloves 2/3 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 big pinches salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup coconut milk, heavy cream, or cashew cream Optional toppings: slivered basil, chili oil, sliced avocado, crumbled feta or goat cheese Prepare the Quinoa… Read More »

3 c cooked Quinoa 5 cups raw broccoli, cut into small florets and stem pieces 3 medium garlic cloves 2/3 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 big pinches salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup coconut milk, heavy cream, or cashew cream Optional toppings: slivered basil, chili oil, sliced avocado, crumbled feta or goat cheese Prepare the Quinoa… Read More »

Broccoli Butter Sauce

Broccoli Butter Sauce

Broccoli Butter Sauce

Broccoli Butter Sauce

This recipe uses the stems and pieces that you might otherwise discard. Chop the broccoli stems and bring them to a boil in either salted water or broth, just enough liquid to cover the vegetable. Broccoli will be fork tender. Pour into blender and puree, add a tablespoon or two of butter. Pour over steamed… Read More »

This recipe uses the stems and pieces that you might otherwise discard. Chop the broccoli stems and bring them to a boil in either salted water or broth, just enough liquid to cover the vegetable. Broccoli will be fork tender. Pour into blender and puree, add a tablespoon or two of butter. Pour over steamed… Read More »

Broccoli and Gorgonzola Polenta

Broccoli and Gorgonzola Polenta

Broccoli and Gorgonzola Polenta

Broccoli and Gorgonzola Polenta

2/3 cup Gorgonzola, for serving Italian flat-leaf parsley, torn for serving 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cup broccoli florets sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup vegetable stock 4 cups whole milk 1 cup polenta Place the olive oil into a saucepan over medium heat. Once it… Read More »

2/3 cup Gorgonzola, for serving Italian flat-leaf parsley, torn for serving 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 cup broccoli florets sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup vegetable stock 4 cups whole milk 1 cup polenta Place the olive oil into a saucepan over medium heat. Once it… Read More »

Roasted Romanesco Broccoli with Chickpeas & Olives

Roasted Romanesco Broccoli with Chickpeas & Olives

Roasted Romanesco Broccoli with Chickpeas & Olives

Roasted Romanesco Broccoli with Chickpeas & Olives

Romanesco Broccoli can be used in any way that you would use broccoli or cauliflower. If I am having a dinner party I have used Romanesque broccoli as part of the centerpiece before I cook with it.  It looks beautiful with apples both green and red around it and it does become a conversation piece… Read More »

Romanesco Broccoli can be used in any way that you would use broccoli or cauliflower. If I am having a dinner party I have used Romanesque broccoli as part of the centerpiece before I cook with it.  It looks beautiful with apples both green and red around it and it does become a conversation piece… Read More »

Broccoli Fried Rice

Broccoli Fried Rice

Broccoli Fried Rice

Broccoli Fried Rice

4 cups cooked rice 4 Tbsp. canola oil 1 cup onion, chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 cups broccoli, chopped 1 cup sweet peppers, chopped 1 cup zucchini, chopped 1 cup snap beans, chopped 1 Tbsp. butter 1-2 eggs 2 Tbsp. soy sauce 1 Tbsp. Thai fish sauce 1 Tbsp. sesame oil Cilantro for garnish… Read More »

4 cups cooked rice 4 Tbsp. canola oil 1 cup onion, chopped 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 cups broccoli, chopped 1 cup sweet peppers, chopped 1 cup zucchini, chopped 1 cup snap beans, chopped 1 Tbsp. butter 1-2 eggs 2 Tbsp. soy sauce 1 Tbsp. Thai fish sauce 1 Tbsp. sesame oil Cilantro for garnish… Read More »

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons apple juice 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 3 cloves garlic, minced Ground pepper 1 1/4 pounds flank steak, cut diagonally across the grain into 1/2-inch-by-3-inch strips 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 head broccoli, stems trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1/4-inch rounds,… Read More »

3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons apple juice 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar 3 cloves garlic, minced Ground pepper 1 1/4 pounds flank steak, cut diagonally across the grain into 1/2-inch-by-3-inch strips 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 head broccoli, stems trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1/4-inch rounds,… Read More »

Broccoli & Cheddar Tart with Potato Crust

Broccoli & Cheddar Tart with Potato Crust

Broccoli & Cheddar Tart with Potato Crust

Broccoli & Cheddar Tart with Potato Crust

1  1/2 -2 lb. Potatoes 1 Large Onion 2 Large eggs, slightly beaten salt & pepper 1/2 pound Broccoli or Cauliflower or Romanesco (cut into small florets) 2 baby leeks or 1 large leek (white part only), sliced 1 large garlic clove, grated or minced 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1/2 cup dark beer or water… Read More »

1  1/2 -2 lb. Potatoes 1 Large Onion 2 Large eggs, slightly beaten salt & pepper 1/2 pound Broccoli or Cauliflower or Romanesco (cut into small florets) 2 baby leeks or 1 large leek (white part only), sliced 1 large garlic clove, grated or minced 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1/2 cup dark beer or water… Read More »

Broccoli Vinaigrette

Broccoli Vinaigrette

Broccoli Vinaigrette

Broccoli Vinaigrette

Broccoli Vinaigrette 1 bunch of broccoli 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1 garlic clove minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt to taste 12-15 black olives, green or black Separate the broccoli florets into bite size pieces and peel and chop the stalks. Steam for… Read More »

Broccoli Vinaigrette 1 bunch of broccoli 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar 1 garlic clove minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil salt to taste 12-15 black olives, green or black Separate the broccoli florets into bite size pieces and peel and chop the stalks. Steam for… Read More »

Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Olive Oil

Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Olive Oil

Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Olive Oil

Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Olive Oil

Broccoli rabe is a non-heading variety of broccoli. Broccoli Rabe has long, thin leafy stalks that are topped with small florets. Broccoli rabe is sometimes referred to as rapini, broccoli raab, or broccoli di rape. Broccoli Rabe is an Italian staple, bitter in comparison to “broccoli” 1-2 bunches broccoli rabe 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive… Read More »

Broccoli rabe is a non-heading variety of broccoli. Broccoli Rabe has long, thin leafy stalks that are topped with small florets. Broccoli rabe is sometimes referred to as rapini, broccoli raab, or broccoli di rape. Broccoli Rabe is an Italian staple, bitter in comparison to “broccoli” 1-2 bunches broccoli rabe 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive… Read More »