Sauteed Broccoli - Italian Style

All fresh vegetables are gluten free --- thankfully.  It has been my experience, however that most people overcook broccoli, which makes it disgusting.  This recipe is from an Italian Cookbook, Italian Cookery by Pauline Barrese.

Sauteed Broccoli (Broccoli Saute)

1 large head broccoli
1/2 cup olive oil
1 small minced onion
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Wash broccoli
2. Cut into small spears
3. Soak in cold water with 1 tsp of salt for 15 minutes (I think this was originally to get rid of any bugs - but it also improves the flavor of the vegetable)
4. Rinse under clear water
5. Boil one inch of water in a medium pot - with 1/4 tsp of salt
6. Add broccoli - boil until almost tender (about 10 minutes - No more!)
7. Drain
8. Heat olive oil in a skillet and saute onion for 5 minutes over low heat.
9. Add broccoli and saute until lightly browned and tender
10. Sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately

2 comments:

Anne January 23, 2010 at 2:18 PM  

This actually sounds very good...I will have to give it a try. I even have broccoli and onions and parmesan cheese in the fridge. yum.

Anne January 27, 2010 at 7:52 AM  

This was very very very VERY good! Thanks for making it for me! yum. =)