Braised Broccoli, Orange & Parmesan

This dish has a sweet-and-sour effect of the orange and tomato juices combined with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan. Broccoli, elevated!

A True Food Kitchen restaurant exclusive! My children like broccoli, and because it is so healthy I am happy to give it to them on a regular basis. With my kids, simpler is usually better, but in this case, the sweet-and-sour effect of the orange and tomato juices combined with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan makes them really love this dish. No vegetable suffers more from overcooking than broccoli, so watch it carefully! (True Food Kitchen chef, Michael Stebner)

1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 14-ounce can San Marzano crushed tomatoes
1 head broccoli, cut into florets, stalks peeled
and sliced
1/4 teaspoon chopped oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings

1. Combine the orange juice and tomatoes in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
2. Bring to a boil and then add the broccoli. Add the oregano and pepper flakes.
3. Cover and cook until tender yet still crisp and bright green, about 3 minutes.
4. Remove the lid and season with the salt and pepper.
5. Transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle on the Parmesan shavings, and serve.