Simple and Satisfying Broccoli

Adapted by LKD from https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/melissa-darabian/simple-and-satisfying-broccoli-recipe-1923557.

Ingredients

  • 1 head broccoli
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Trim the woody skin off the broccoli stem and cut the broccoli into florets and stem pieces. In a large saucepan, mix the water, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli and cover to steam. After 3 minutes, turn off the heat, and allow the broccoli to sit for another couple of minutes. Toss to coat and serve.