Broccoli

About: Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable and is a plant in the cabbage family. There are three types of broccoli most commonly grown- "Sprouting Broccoli" with a large number of florets and stalks, “Romanesco,” with cone-shaped, chartreuse florets, and "Purple Cauliflower“, with tiny flower buds and sometimes a purple hue.  

Nutritional Information: Broccoli is very low in calories, saturated fat and cholesterol and is a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Potassium and Manganese. More nutrition information... (Source: Nutritiondata.com)

Storage: Store broccoli unwashed in a plastic bag for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Tips: Broccoli can be frozen. Blanch, plunge into ice water, pat dry and place in an airtight container.

QuickFix: Throw cut broccoli in a stir fry mix with olive oil, garlic and ginger. Sauté for about a minute and serve with soy sauce. 

Recipes: Lots of easy broccoli recipes from EatinWell, How to cook broccoli, Roast Broccoli with Lemon, Pureed Broccoli Soup