8/11/12 - Broccoli with Garlic and Soy Sauce

Broccoli with Garlic and Soy Sauce
Uses from this basket: Broccoli
Other produce: Garlic

• 1/2 head garlic, peeled and minced (about 8 cloves)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 Tbsp soy sauce

Put the garlic and oil in a small saucepan.  Bring to a boil and cook uncovered over low heat for about 15 minutes, until garlic is browned and tender.  Turn off the heat and add the red pepper flakes and 1/4 tsp salt.  Pour into a heat-proof container and allow to cool to room temperature

Blanch the broccoli florets in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 to 3 minutes, until crisp-tender (I actually did closer to 5 minutes because I like my broccoli a little more tender).  Drain well and immerse immediately into a large bowl of ice water until the broccoli is cooled.  Drain well.

In a medium bowl, toss the broccoli with 1/4 tsp salt, about 2 Tbsp of the oil used to cook the garlic, and about half the garlic.  Adjust seasonings to taste and serve cold.

*Note: The idea of this being served cold was a little weird to me at first, but I really ended up loving it so if you're not sure about that aspect, definitely give it a try!


Recipe modified from: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/broccoli-with-garlic-and-soy-sauce-recipe3/index.html