Garlicky Breadcrumb-coated Broccoli
Chopped Fresh Mint Lends An Unexpected Twist, Giving Broccoli A Brand-new Identity.
3 Lg Broccoli Stalks (about 1½ Lbs Total), Stalks Trimmed To 4 - 5 Inches Long, Each Stalk Halved Lengthwise
¼ Cup Butter
3 Sm Garlic Cloves, Minced
1 Cup Fresh Breadcrumbs Made From Crust Less French Bread
2 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Mint
2 Tsp Grated Lemon Peel
Steam Broccoli Until Tender, About 9 Minutes. Transfer To Paper Towels To Drain. Sprinkle With Salt & Pepper. Can Be Made 2 Hours Ahead. Let Stand At Room Temperature.
Melt Butter In Heavy Large Skillet Over Medium-low Heat. Add Garlic & Sauté Until Soft, About 1½ Minutes. Add Breadcrumbs, Sprinkle With Salt & Pepper, & Cook Until Pale Golden, Stirring Often, About 5 Minutes. Stir In Mint & Lemon Peel.
Add Broccoli To Breadcrumbs & Sauté Until Heated Through, Turning Broccoli To Coat, About 3 Minutes.
Arrange Broccoli On Platter. Sprinkle Any Remaining Breadcrumbs Over & Serve.
Makes 6 Servings.