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Broccoli with Toasted Garlic

As I mentioned on Monday, I bought a big bag of broccoli over the weekend and I’m still swimming in it.  Luckily, broccoli is one of favorite green veggies and it’s a good thing too, since it’s oh-so good for me.  I typically steam broccoli and eat it plain without butter or oil (I know – B O R I N G!).  And while that usually works for me, this time I decided to make Broccoli with Toasted Garlic.  Broccoli is steamed like normal but while it’s cooking, slices of garlic are toasted in a pan with a little olive oil until golden brown.  The garlic not only softens and toasts but also flavors the oil so that when the broccoli is introduced, it sops up all of that delicious flavor.  I made a big batch of this and kept it in my fridge and ate it as a side to all of my dinners.  I’m sure the person on the eliptical next to me appreciated the fact that I was sweating garlic every morning!

The ingredients:

First, steam the broccoli in the microwave for five minutes.

While the broccoli steams, heat the olive oil in a large pan and add the sliced garlic.

When the garlic turns brown, move it to a small bowl to prevent burning.

Add the steamed broccoli to the oil and stir for a few minutes.

Add in the toasted garlic and remove from heat.

Additions:  None

Omissions:  None

Substitutions:  None

Overall Rating:  Love It

Source:  Food Network’s Ellie Krieger

Broccoli and Cheese Mini Egg Omelets

I love eating eggs for breakfast (and for dinner!) but I’d rather get an extra 20 minutes of sleep in the morning before work than get up to make myself an omelet or scrambled eggs. I often make eggs for myself on weekend mornings and add veggies and different spices. I’ve never attempted to bake eggs in a muffin tin but I think it’s great if you have company over because you aren’t stuck standing over the stove while trying to have a conversation. Not to mention it’s great portion control! I found these Broccoli and Cheese Mini Egg Omelets on a food website dedicated to healthy eating and since I bought a HUGE bag of broccoli at the produce market this weekend, I figured this was a perfect recipe to try out.

Eggs and egg whites are mixed with cheese and poured into muffin tins over steamed broccoli. This recipe uses two kinds of cheeses, cheddar and pecorino romano, but any cheese here would do (I only used cheddar). This is also such a versatile recipe because you could add in sausage or ham, replace broccoli with tomatoes or spinach, and also toss in herbs like basil or parsley. I threw in some cayenne pepper because I love a little spice with my eggs. Baking eggs might take a little longer than a quick scramble but by making them this way, you can sit back and enjoy your coffee while the oven does the work for you.

The ingredients:

Steam the broccoli, either on the stove or in the microwave. Chop the broccoli and place in a muffin tin sprayed with non-stick spray.

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, grated cheese, salt and pepper.

Pour the egg mixture into the muffin tin over the broccoli. Top with cheddar cheese.

Bake in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes.

Additions:

  • Cayenne pepper

Omissions:

  • Vegetable Oil
  • Pecorino Romano

Substitutions: None

Overall Rating: Like It

Source: Skinnytaste.com

Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes and Toasted Garlic

I’m a picky vegetable eater but broccoli is one veggie that I truly love and eat often.  Therefore, it’s important for me to find different ways of eating it so it doesn’t get boring.  Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes and Toasted Garlic is a tasty, delicious way to wake up tired broccoli.  And it can’t be easier.  Fresh broccoli is sauteed with sliced garlic and a tiny bit of red pepper flake, throw in a little water and cover until bright green.  Within minutes you’ll have a tasty side dish to  any meat, rice or pasta.

Additions:  None

Omissions:  None

Substitutions:  None

Overall Rating:  Love It

Source:  Cooking Light Magazine

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