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Jan 17, 2024 · Instructions. Preheat your oven to 425℉ (220℃). To prep the broccolini: Trim about ½ inch off the bottom of each broccolini stem and throw that part away.Take one broccolini at a time and cut its stem in half from lengthwise to make two pieces leaving any leaves attached. If the stem is very thick, cut it into quarters.
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Dec 12, 2022 · Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture begins to bubble. Reduce heat and cook gently, so it stays lovely and light. The flour needs to cook, so don’t miss this step. Gradually add the warm milk and whisk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly for 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
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Broccolini tends to have a sweet taste vaguely similar to the taste of asparagus and broccoli, but it also has earthy flavor notes mixed in, as well. When cooked, the stems are chewy while the florets are tender. It's an easy, versatile vegetable that can be prepared a variety of different ways. Here are a few simple ones for you to start with.
1 lb (450 g) broccolini
3 Tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
2 Tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice (optional)
Ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) garlic powder (optional)
Fresh broccolini will also have fresh bases, firm stems, and tightly furled heads.
If the florets are beginning to turn yellow, the broccolini is no longer good. The same applies if the bases appear dried out, if the stems have soft spots, or if there are signs of flowering on the heads.
Broccolini should be stored in a tightly sealed plastic bag or container inside the refrigerator until ready to use.
Use a sharp kitchen knife to chop off any leaves and any thick ends, cutting off enough to separate the thinner upper stalks into separate pieces.
If the thin stalks are connected by a single thick stalk, this thick portion of the stalk holding the bundle together should be cut off.
If any of the stalks you use are still a little too thick, you can trim them in half lengthwise for more manageable pieces.
Bring a large stockpot of water to boil.
Fill the stockpot roughly two-thirds full with water and heat the water on the stove over high heat.
Sprinkle roughly 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of salt into the stockpot for every 4 qt (4 L) of water. Let boil for another minute or two so that the salt can dissolve.
By adding the salt after the water reaches a boil, you cut down on the total amount of time it takes the water to reach a boil. Salt water boils more slowly than regular water.
Cook the broccolini for a few minutes.
Add the broccolini and cook for 2.5 to 5 minutes, depending on how tender you want the broccolini to be.
Bring a stockpot of salted water to a boil.
Fill a stockpot roughly two-thirds full with water and add a generous amount of salt. Heat on the stove over high heat.
Use roughly 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of salt for every 4 qt (4 L) of water.
Add the broccolini to the boiling water and cook for no longer than 2 minutes.
Drain immediately when done. Pour the broccolini through a colander or remove it from the stockpot with tongs.
If you drag your feet on this step and let the vegetable stay in the hot water for too long, it will continue to cook and may become too tender or mushy.
Bring a stockpot of water to boil.
Fill the stockpot with about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Make sure that you have a steamer basket that fits into the stockpot you use. The steamer basket should not come into direct contact with the water, even after the water reaches a boil.
If you do not have a steamer basket, you could use a metal colander, instead.
Add the broccolini to the steamer basket and cook.
After adding the broccolini, cover the stockpot and steamer basket and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the broccolini becomes tender.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (215 degrees Celsius).
Meanwhile, prepare a baking sheet by lightly coating it in a thin layer of olive oil.
You could also use a shallow baking dish instead of a baking sheet, but avoid roasting pans with tall sides.
Lining the pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper is not recommended. You can, however, coat the pan with nonstick cooking spray if you are running low on cooking oil.
Arrange the broccolini on the prepared baking sheet.
Keep the pieces in a single layer.
Place the broccolini in a microwave-safe dish.
Arrange the broccolini in even layers.
If necessary or desired, you can cut the broccolini into smaller pieces. The smaller pieces can be easier to fit inside of a cramped microwaveable dish, so if you are having difficulty fitting the tall, skinny pieces in the dish, cutting them up is a viable option.
Add water, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Add 3/4 cup (190 ml) water, 2 Tbsp (30 ml) olive oil, and 2 Tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice to the broccolini. Stir well so that all the broccolini has been coated in the mixture.
Ideally, the broccolini should be mostly submerged under the liquid. If some of the broccolini is submerged but some is not, it may not cook evenly.
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Feb 2, 2024 · Step 1: Preheat the oven and prep the broccolini. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Wash broccolini and trim the tough ends, cutting any thick stalks in half lengthwise so that all the pieces are about the same diameter. Step 2: Season broccolini. Transfer to a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
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Mar 30, 2020 · Add to tray & season. At this point, turn the broiler on. Most broilers do need to be preheated for about 5-10 minutes so you can preheat to the right temperature of 500-550F. Broiling the broccolini helps to caramelize the edges and give them that nice charred flavor. Then, add the chopped broccolini to a baking sheet.
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Nov 13, 2023 · Arrange the broccolini in a single layer on the pan. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Move the pieces around together to coat better, then spread in a single layer again. (Don’t overcrowd the pan.) Roast broccolini for 14-18 minutes, until the stalks are tender and florets are crispy.
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Oct 16, 2020 · 1 Boil a pot of water with salt. Fill a saucepan about two-thirds full with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Heat on the stove over high heat. Use about a tablespoon of salt per 4 liters of water. 2 Briefly boil broccolini. Put broccolini in boiling water and cook for no more than 2 minutes.
