Broccoli strascinati (Dry-Sautéed Broccoli)
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December 31, 2012
I do love brocolli and to find a different way to enjoy it is just nice. I will try this :)I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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December 7, 2012Broccoli is my favorite, and this gives me one more technique for my recipe cache to try soon. Thanks for the directions and hints.