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Broccoli

Broccoli is grown year-round in North America, but traditionally it is a cool weather crop at its best in fall and winter. Broccoli can take on a bitter edge as it's stored, so if you think you don't like it, try truly fresh, just-harvested broccoli from a local source. You may be surprised at how sweet it can be. Already a brocco-phile? Try one of these easy and delicious recipes.

Broccoli Basics

Learn all about broccoli. How to choose it, store it, and cook with it with this simple guide.

Broccoli Olive Pasta

Chopped broccoli, olives, and pine nuts make a delicious (and amazingly easy) pasta sauce.

Broccoli Walnut Pasta

This quick and easy pasta is a tasty way to eat your veggies... and get some essential fatty acids.

How to Steam Broccoli

See how to steam broccoli with a minimum of fuss (and dishes).

Peeling Broccoli Stems

Think broccoli stems are tough? Bitter? Inedible? Try peeling them and discover a crisp, mild, crunchy treat.

Roasted Broccoli With Chiles and Lemon

Roasting broccoli with a few chiles and a bit of lemon turns a quotidian vegetable into a new treat.

Sausage Broccoli Pasta

Sausage and broccoli becomes a quick and nutritious dinner.

Sweet Potato Broccoli Curry

Sweet Potato Broccoli Curry is easy to make in a snap – and you can adjust the spicy level to suit your tastes.

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