Caramelized Broccoli with Garlic

Caramelized Broccoli with Garlic

Ingredients
  

  • 9 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 3/4 lb. broccoli stems peeled and heads halved lengthwise
  • 1 1/2 c. water
  • 9 cloves garlic very thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a large, deep skillet, heat 6 Tbsp. of the olive oil.
  • Add the broccoli, cut side down; cover and cook over moderate heat until richly browned on the bottom, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour in the water, cover and cook until the broccoli is just tender and the water has evaporated, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the remaining 3 Tbsp. of olive oil along with the sliced garlic and the crushed red pepper and cook, uncovered, stirring a few times until the garlic is golden brown, about 3 minutes.
  • Season the broccoli with salt and black pepper.
  • Drizzle with the fresh lemon juice and serve!

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