How to cook broccoli
Broccoli can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, steaming, sautéing, roasting, and grilling. Here are some popular methods:
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Boiling: Start by cutting the broccoli into florets and boiling them in a pot of water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and season with salt and pepper, or any other seasoning of your choice.
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Steaming: Start by cutting the broccoli into florets and steaming them for 2-3 minutes. Drain and season with salt and pepper, or any other seasoning of your choice.
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Sautéing: Start by cutting the broccoli into florets and sautéing them in a pan with butter or oil for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, or any other seasoning of your choice.
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Roasting: Start by cutting the broccoli into florets, toss them with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 200C/400F for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
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Grilling: Start by cutting the broccoli into florets, toss them with oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly charred.
Note: Broccoli can also be eaten raw, it can be added to salads, sandwiches, or used as a crudité.
When it's in season you can buy broccoli online with Fresh Farm Deliveries. We deliver to Halifax, Todmorden, Littleborough, Hebden Bridge, Haworth and surrounding areas (BD13-23, HX and OL14-15 postcodes).