BROCCOLI WITH RED PEPPER FLAKES AND GARLIC CHIPS

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Broccoli is loaded with lots of vitamins A and C and several minerals, it is one of the most healthful veggies. This is a spiced up version that is low in fat and not low on flavor. The recipe comes from Williams Sonoma Essentials of Healthful Cooking.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 -4 garlic cloves, sliced crosswise into thin slices
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 lbs broccoli

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat combine the olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes.
  • Heat, stirring frequently, just until the garlic begins to turn golden on the edges, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, strain through a fine-mesh sieve, reserving the oil and garlic in separate containers.
  • Cut the broccoli into florets, trimming the stalks until they are about 1-2 inches long.
  • Place the cut broccoli in steamer basket over boiling water, cover tightly and stem until crisp tender, 4-6 minutes.
  • Place broccoli immediately into a serving dish, sprinkle with garlic flakes and 1 tablespoon of the oil.
  • Serve.
  • The remaining oil can be saved and used in other dishes later.

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