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Broccoflower Archer

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2 to 4

Ingredients

1

garlic clove, minced

1

/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste

2

teaspoons olive oil

1

head broccoflower* (about 2 pounds), trimmed and cut into 1-inch flowerets

1

cup water

2

teaspoons balsamic vinegar

1

tablespoon unsalted butter

5

fresh large basil leaves, cut into thin strips

1

tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan

*available at most supermarkets

Need to make a substitution?

Preparation

  1. In a large skillet cook garlic and red pepper flakes in oil over moderate heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add broccoflower and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add water and cook, covered, 5 minutes, or until broccoflower is just tender. Add vinegar, butter, and salt and pepper to taste and gently toss until butter is melted. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and sprinkle with basil and Parmesan.