Crack Broccoli

Our family eats broccoli frequently, so I'm always looking for ways to change it up a bit, just to keep meals interesting.  This little gem does the trick!  

1/3 cup olive oil

Zest of 1/2 lemon

Juice of 1 lemon

1/2 tsp salt

1/8 tsp red pepper flakes

1 1/2 tsp ranch seasoning (dry powder)

5 cloves garlic, minced

2 1/2 lbs broccoli crowns, washed and broken into florets

1/4 cup almonds, raw and sliced

1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.

In a large mixing bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, red pepper flakes, ranch seasoning and garlic.

Add the broccoli and toss to coat.  

Spread the broccoli onto a foil lined baking sheet.

Roast for 10 - 12 minutes.

Flip the broccoli and add the almond slices to the sheet.  

Roast until the broccoli reaches desired tenderness, about 5 - 10 minutes.  Keep a close eye on the almonds, as they can burn quickly.

Trnafer the broccoli and almonds to a plate.  

Sprinkle with the parmesan and serve.