Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of broccoli crowns (about 3-4 crowns)
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1-2 Tablespoons oil (EVOO- extra virgin olive oil recommended)
• 1/8-1/4 Cup Parmesan cheese

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees (F).
• Wash broccoli.
• Trim off about 1/4 inch of the stems.
• Cut each crown into smaller pieces/florets, leaving stem attached. (see photo below)

• Toss florets in oil and garlic, coating evenly.
• Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
• Remove pan from oven and flip the broccoli. (Broccoli should have begun to brown at this point).

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See how it's getting a little brown and crispy? That's just what we're looking for.[/caption]

• Place broccoli back in over and back for an additional 12-15 minutes.
• Remove pan from oven and sprinkle with cheese. (Start with 1/8 of a cup and add more as desired)

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This batch is shown with 1/4 cup of cheese- just the way the Ladewski kids like it![/caption]