Roasted Broccoli with Garlic

Really delicious and different way to fix broccoli.

Be sure and use the stems. If you haven't tried it before, the stems are really yummy. You do need to peel them to get rid of the tough outer layer. What's left inside is SO sweet and tender, even raw. I like to cut them thin and just eat them raw or dip it into something as you would a chip. Try it!

For this recipe I sliced the stems thin and cut the florets pretty small. I put everything into a baggie to shake and mix, then dumped it out onto a cookie sheet. I roasted them for about 12 minutes and they were crisp-tender. I think 20 minutes sounds like way too long, although I may give it a try to see what happens.

1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets (use the stems too as described above)

2 Tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, sliced

1/2 tsp. sea salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

Preheat oven to 350 F. Put all ingredients into a baggie, seal, and shake to coat. Spread them onto a baking sheet and roast, without stirring, for 20 minutes.

Serve warm (stir before serving).