GARLICKY BREADCRUMB-COATED BROCCOLI

Garlicky Breadcrumb-Coated Broccoli image

Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large broccoli stalks (about 1 1/2 pounds total), stalks trimmed to 4 to 5 inches long, each stalk halved lengthwise
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
3 small garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless French bread
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

Steam broccoli until tender, about 9 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Do ahead Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic and sauté until soft, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add breadcrumbs, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook until pale golden, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir in mint and lemon peel.
Add broccoli to breadcrumbs and sauté until heated through, turning broccoli to coat, about 3 minutes. Arrange broccoli on platter. Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumbs over and serve.