Broccoli arrosto al burro e limone

Ingredienti

• 2 bunches fresh broccoli (sliced into florets; tender stalks and stems chopped (about 1-1/2 pounds after trimming))
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon zest
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter (cut into cubes)
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped or grated garlic
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup shaved or coarsely grated Parmesan cheese

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400F (200C), with the rack centered in the middle of the oven.

2. 2

   Put the broccoli on a half-size sheet pan (9 x 13-inches) and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle in the lemon zest, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Toss with your hands to coat, then spread the broccoli in an even layer. Dot the butter pieces over the broccoli.

3. 3

   Roast 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and stir in the garlic and lemon juice, using a spatula. Continue roasting 5-10 minutes, until the broccoli is tender and some of the florets are browned with crisp edges.

4. 4

   Immediately shower the cheese over the hot broccoli. Serve right away or at room temperatre.