Broccoli Cuts: The Nutritional Powerhouse Nature’s Favorite
– The article provides a method for cutting broccoli florets to achieve the best-looking shape with long stems.
– Cutting off the floret stems where they meet the base is essential for beautiful broccoli florets.
– Very large broccoli florets should be sliced in half for more even cooking.
– The stalk of the broccoli can also be cut and used in recipes or as a dip.
– The article also recommends some chef knives, cutting boards, and a knife sharpener.
– There are links to broccoli recipes at the end of the article.
– The article provides instructions on how to cut broccoli in a specific way to achieve the best-looking florets with long stems and an elegant shape.
– The ingredients needed are 1 1/2 pounds of broccoli (3 large heads).
– The instructions advise using a large chef’s knife to cut off the broccoli floret at the point where its stem meets the larger stalk, leaving the stem long.
– For very small broccoli pieces, the stem can be cut shorter.
– Any very large florets should be separated by cutting the base of the stem in half and pulling the floret apart with fingers.
– The florets should be as similar in size as possible for even cooking.
– The article also suggests eating the broccoli stalk by slicing off the irregular outer skin on all 4 sides and cutting the remaining stalk into long matchsticks.
– The article is focused on knife skills for cutting broccoli.
– The article provides a tutorial on how to cut broccoli into uniform pieces for cooking.
– Cutting the broccoli into uniform pieces helps it cook evenly.
– For roasting, cut the florets into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces.
– For blanching or making salads, smaller pieces may be preferred.
– When buying broccoli, choose bright green stalks without yellowing florets or brown spots. It should feel heavy.
– Fresh broccoli should be washed right before use to prevent mold growth.
– Whole broccoli can be stored in an open bag in the refrigerator, while cut florets should be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
– Blanching broccoli before freezing is recommended, and it can be stored for up to nine months.
– 2 pounds of broccoli will yield about 12-14 cups of chopped broccoli, which will cook down to about 8 cups of roasted broccoli.