STEP 1: Cut Your BroccoliThe first step of boiling your broccoli is to cut the broccoli into florets. If you are unsure how to do so, be sure to follow our step by step tutorial.
STEP 2: Boil WaterFill a medium sized sauce pan with 1 quart of water.On the stove, bring water to a boil over high heat.
STEP 3: Place Your Broccoli in SaucepanOnce your water is boiling, reduce the heat and place your broccoli florets into the water.Fresh florets take approximately 5-10 minutes to cook, while frozen florets take just five.
STEP 4: Drain BroccoliTest broccoli with a fork. Once broccoli is tender, drain and serve hot with butter or seasonings.
Notes
Expert Tips for Cooking Broccoli
Steaming A Whole Head of Broccoli: Cutting down on prep time may result in the need to boil an entire head of broccoli rather than florets. Cooking broccoli has never been easier.
Tip 1: Cut the green parts and biggest parts off of the stalk.
Tip 2 : Place in a large boiling stock pot of water with enough water to cover.
Tip 3: Boil for about 10 minutes until completely tender.