Broccoli with Brown Butter Pecans

Love broccoli?  You’ll love this recipe.  Hate broccoli?  You’ll love this recipe!

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients

1. 4 cups broccoli florets
2. 2 tbsp butter
3. 2 shallots, chopped
4. 1 clove garlic, minced
5. 1/4 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
6. 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
7. salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat and add the broccoli.
• Boil briefly until tender-crisp and bright green, about 3 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
• Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, red pepper flakes and pecans, and saute until the shallots and garlic are tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• Stir until the butter starts to brown, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add the broccoli. Using tongs, toss the broccoli with the butter and pecans.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.