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Roasted Broccoli

Kitchen Lab Notes • sheet pan • crispy tips • high-value side

Cut small, oil and season well, then roast until tips start to blacken. Big flavor with low effort.

Method: Roast
Pan: Baking sheet + silpat
Target: Lightly blackened tips
Suggested time: 20 to 30 min

Ingredients

ComponentSpec
Broccoli1 large head, cut into small florets
SeasoningSalt and pepper
FatExtra virgin olive oil
OptionalChive blossoms, finely diced onion, finely diced garlic

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
  2. Cut broccoli into small florets for better edge browning.
  3. In a bowl, toss broccoli with salt, pepper, and EVOO.
  4. Optional: toss in chopped chive blossoms before roasting.
  5. Optional: add finely diced onion and/or finely diced garlic.
  6. Spread on a baking sheet, ideally lined with a silpat.
  7. Roast 20 to 30 minutes, until tips begin to blacken and florets are tender.
  8. Remove from oven and serve.

Doneness cues: edges should show dark brown to blackened spots, stems should be tender when pierced, and the broccoli should still have some bite.

Garlic caution: watch closely so the diced garlic does not burn.