Broccoli with Garlic

Broccoli with Garlic

adapted from The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook© by Ina Garten

Simple can be the best and you end up with extra roasted garlic and garlic oil. What could be better than that? This is can be serve at room temperature or cold.

Makes 2 servings                                                                2 WW pts / serving

1/2 cup olive oil
8 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups broccoli florets
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1. Put the garlic cloves and olive oil in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until browned and tender.
3. Immediately remove the garlic from the oil to prevent further cooking; Allow to come to room temperature.
4. While the garlic is cooking, place the broccoli in a steamer basket.
5. Brin 1 inch of water to a boil in a saucepan.
6. Place the steamer basket in the boiling water and steam, covered, 4-6 minutes until tender crisp; transfer to an ice bath to prevent further cooking.
7. In a bowl combine the broccoli, 4 garlic cloves, sliced and 1 tablespoon of the garlic oil.
8. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Enjoy!