Ingredient guide
Cooking With Broccoli
Keeping broccoli crisp and cooking it so it stays green and sweet.
How to store broccoli
Loose in the crisper drawer with airflow, unwashed until use.
How long does broccoli last?
3–5 days fresh; 12 months blanched and frozen.
Signs it has gone bad
Yellowing florets, limp stalks, and a strong sulfur smell.
Cooking notes
- Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 18–22 minutes for browned, sweet edges.
- Steam 4–5 minutes only; longer turns it grey.
- The stalk is excellent peeled and sliced — do not throw it away.
Quick ways to use up broccoli
- Stir-fry
- Roasted with olive oil
- Broccoli cheddar soup
- Pasta with garlic and chili