BROCCOLI PREP

When you pick up broccoli from the store, you never really know how to prepare it for storage since it takes up so much room in the refrigerator. When you get home, rinse off the broccoli well and set aside.

Bring a large pot of water to boil. While waiting for the water to boil, use a paring knife and cut apart the large clumps of broccoli into smaller serving sized pieces.

In another large bowl place some ice cubes into some cold water and set aside. When you water comes to a boil, drop in the broccoli and boil for just a minute or so until the broccoli turns a bright green.

Remove from the boiling water and place into the ice water. Now just place your blanched broccoli into tightly sealed bags or containers and freeze.

Now when you are ready for some fresh broccoli just pull out a container and bring some water to a boil.

Place your broccoli in and let cook for just a few minutes.

Drain well and serve with some butter or your favorite sauce.