How To Cook Broccoli

Here’s how to cook broccoli so that it turns out perfectly every time. Simply top it with a little butter and your favorite seasonings!

While visiting with my aunt recently, she told me that my uncle says he has the perfect method for how to cook broccoli figured out. It is simple to do using cookware you already have in your kitchen. If you follow these basic steps you will get perfectly cooked broccoli every time.

Cooked Broccoli Ingredients

The ingredients needed for making broccoli are simple. You can swap out the seasonings from what we used to whatever your family prefers or change them depending on what you are serving the broccoli with. Scroll down for the complete recipe with ingredient measurements.

• Broccoli: We used fresh broccoli bunches. You can also purchase broccoli that is already cut into florets if you prefer. Frozen broccoli would work too but your results will be different.
• Butter: For this recipe we put butter on the cooked broccoli but sometimes we use olive oil instead.
• Salt and Pepper: We seasoned it simply with kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper. Other seasonings to try are garlic powder, onion powder, lemon pepper, or red pepper flakes.

How To Cook Broccoli

This is our easy method for how to cook broccoli. Give it a try and you’ll want to make it this way every time! Scroll down for the printable recipe card and complete instructions.

• Prepare: Rinse and drain the broccoli bunches. Cut off the stalks and then cut the broccoli into florets.
• Cook: Place the florets in a pot and add enough water to fully cover the bottom of the pot. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Cover the pot with a lid, turn the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Season: Remove the broccoli from the heat and drain the water. Stir in the butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Toppings: Add any additional toppings you want. Try a drizzle of lemon juice, a sprinkle of freshly grated or shredded parmesan cheese, or a drizzle of cheese sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions About How To Cook Broccoli

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