1 large head fresh broccoli (or 4 cups florets)Water½–1 tsp saltOptional: butter or olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic🔥 Method 1: Perfect Boiled Broccoli1️⃣ PrepCut into even florets for uniform cooking.Peel and slice the stalk (it’s delicious too!).2️⃣ BoilBring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.Add salt.Add broccoli and cook:2–3 minutes for tender-crisp4 minutes max for softer texture3️⃣ Shock (Secret to Bright Green!)Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water for 1–2 minutes.Drain well.This stops cooking and locks in that vivid green color
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