Broccoli with Pine Nuts and Parmesan

Ingredients:
2 pounds broccoli, tough ends trimmed, stems peeled
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Shaved Parmesan cheese for garnish

Directions:
Cut broccoli stems into coins; cut heads into flowerets.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, 45 seconds.

Add broccoli; cook, stirring constantly, until broccoli is bright green, 2 to 3 minutes.

Add broth; cover and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.

Sprinkle with salt and toss.

If serving warm, add pine nuts; toss and serve. If serving cold, cool slightly, place in a tightly sealed container and refrigerate.

Just before serving, add pine nuts and toss.

Garnish with thin shavings of Parmesan cheese.

Recipe makes four servings.

Nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 138
Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 0
Sodium: 263

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