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February 19, 2025

This is one of my go-to vegetable side dishes! It's quick, simple, and great for weeknight dinners, holidays, or dinner parties. The charred broccoli is seasoned with lemon, garlic, pepper flakes, Pecorino, and buttery breadcrumbs for a side dish that's full of flavor!

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Charred Broccoli With Breadcrumbs & Pecorino

Charred Broccoli With Breadcrumbs & Pecorino cover

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Charred Broccoli With Breadcrumbs & Pecorino

Sunday Table

Ingredients

Servings

Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

Buttery Breadcrumbs

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Season the breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt. Spoon the breadcrumbs into a small bowl to stop the cooking. Set aside.

Charred Broccoli

Place two sheet pans in the oven, and set the oven to 425°F.***

Place the broccoli in a large bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil followed by the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.

Next, carefully grease the hot sheet pans. Then, spoon the broccoli florets evenly between the pans and spread the florets out so they are not overcrowded. Do your best to place the broccoli florets cut-side down onto the pan to get the most amount of char and caramelization! Bake for 15 minutes.

Stir the broccoli and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the florets are tender, browned, and charred on the edges.**** Sprinkle the Pecorino over the broccoli and bake another 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Remove the broccoli from the oven. Stir well to distribute the cheese and then spoon the broccoli into a serving dish. Finish by sprinkling the breadcrumbs over the broccoli. Enjoy!

Smart Nutrition

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Char Mastery 🔥
Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to achieve the perfect char on broccoli without burning, ensuring even caramelization and crispy edges.
Breadcrumb Perfection 🍞
Toast breadcrumbs in butter until golden brown and crispy before sprinkling over the broccoli to maximize flavor and add a delightful crunch.
Pecorino Pro Technique 🧀
Grate Pecorino cheese freshly just before serving to ensure maximum flavor and prevent clumping, creating a more even and delicate cheese coating.
Lemon Zest Boost 🍋
Add lemon zest along with the juice to intensify the citrus flavor and provide a bright, aromatic dimension to the dish.
Spice Balance 🌶️
Adjust red pepper flakes to your heat preference, but add them while the broccoli is still hot to help release their essential oils and maximize flavor.