Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Parmesan (Printable version)
Crisp-tender broccoli florets roasted until caramelized, tossed with garlic and finished with melted Parmesan cheese.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1½ pounds broccoli florets
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings and Oils
03 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
04 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Cheese
07 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets and minced garlic with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until broccoli is crisp-tender with caramelized edges.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan. Toss gently to allow cheese to melt slightly from residual heat.
06 - Serve hot or at room temperature as desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The high heat transforms ordinary broccoli into something almost candy-like at the edges while the centers remain perfectly tender.
- Its impossible to mess up even when youre distracted by three other dishes or helping with homework.
02 -
- Parchment paper isnt just for easy cleanup, it actually helps the broccoli develop better browning than directly on a metal sheet.
- That halfway stir is non-negotiable, I once skipped it during a phone call and ended up with broccoli burnt on one side and undercooked on the other.
03 -
- Dry your broccoli thoroughly after washing or it will steam rather than roast, leaving you with soggy florets instead of caramelized ones.
- Reserve those broccoli stems for stir-fries or slaws by peeling the tough outer layer and slicing the tender centers.