Wednesday, 28 August 2013

Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Pine Nuts

News headlines today - Eating broccoli could prevent the most common form of arthritis! So now we know what our wise grandparents always knew  - eat your greens (especially cabbage, broccoli and sprouts!) if you want to stay young and healthy. Here is a lovely dish to get you going but remember never overcook your greens -

You will need:

  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion, (about 1 medium)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • Method:
  1. Toast pine nuts in a medium dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
  1. Add oil to the pan and heat over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, adjusting heat as necessary, until soft and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  1. Meanwhile, steam broccoli until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the nuts, onion, vinegar and pepper; toss to coat. Serve immediately.


Here is the article link for your information:
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/eating-broccoli-could-prevent-the-most-common-form-of-arthritis-8787084.html

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