This is a lemony broccoli that is such a nice change from heavy winterish vegetables. The garlic adds a great depth of flavor, and hazelnuts provide a nutty burst. These are some yummy veggies. The Ingredients. The Directions. Use a 4 quart crockpot for best results. Wash and trim broccoli, and add to crockpot. Peel garlic, and add with salt and pepper. Add hazelnuts. Squeeze lemon juice evenly over the top. Toss with wooden spoons.
Day 347.
2 pounds broccoli florets
1 cup large raw hazelnuts
1 head garlic, peeled (12 cloves)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, or on low for about 4. This is finished when broccoli has reached desired tenderness. I like my vegetables al dente. The Verdict.
This was a great side dish to our leftover hickory smoked brisket. The lemon is the predominant flavor, and complements the hazelnuts, broccoli, and garlic wonderfully. The kids picked out just the broccoli pieces.
Posted by: Stephanie O'Dea | A Year of Slow Cooking at December 12, 2008
Labels: crockpot, gluten free, side dish, vegetables, vegetarian,
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Anonymous12/12/2008
Hello there,
this sounds delicious.
One question though-- when do you add the hazelnuts?Stephanie ODea12/12/2008
with the other stuff! eep, I forgot to write that in, I'll fix it. Thank you!
xox
stephCorrie12/12/2008
Sounds great. I was going to do a different broccoli dish for a potluck next week, but now I think I'll make this. Keep up the good work!
trucksr4gurls12/12/2008
yom, two of my favorite things brocolli and hazelnuts!
Kathy Glass12/12/2008
**Sniff** Just thinking how much I will miss you, CPL! My mornings won't be the same without you. Please know how many of us our here in cyberspace have appreicated you all year long. Thanks for including us in your adventure. BTW, have you been thinking up any new resolutions for 2009?
trucksr4gurls12/12/2008
have you tried firm tofu in the crock, cause i was just thinkin this would be a great one pot meal if the tofu would roast in there
Susan12/12/2008
ooh, I love hazelnuts! I have a hard time finding them, though, except in tiny little bags in the baking aisle. I remember as a kid my dad would buy them in bulk - he'd get a big ol' bag and we'd feast!! I miss that!
Natalia12/12/2008
We sent my boyfriend's sister a CrockPot for X-mas, and on the gift card we put your URL.
:)
This is yet another one that I must try, yummmm.
Jennifer12/12/2008
Hi,
I'm really going to miss you next year. I've enjoyed all your adventures.
I was wondering about the smell when cooking brocolli in the crock? In the microwave, you smell it for the next day, and on the stove too.
Jenny
Anonymous12/12/2008
Found you by way of Vintage Housewife, and I must say you have taken on quite a challenge!
I have a crockpot, but don't use it much. I don't think I really know how to use it and I am nervous everytime I try it out.
I'll be reading all your recipes for the next hour to help overcome my fear of the crockpot. I'm one of those who thinks its only for beef stew and chili - 2 of my least favorite dishes.
Adding your site to the Blogs I Dig.
Monique
Darlene12/12/2008
Ok, completely off topic, but I found your Creme Brulee recipe and it got me to thinking about Flan.
Do you have any ideas about making Flan in the CP? (in case you're running out of "different" recipes. lol
Thanks from a lurker.Anonymous12/12/2008
Wow... looks great. I make a similar version with balsamic vinegar, almonds, garlic and roasted red peppers (which you can "roast" in the crock pot with your broccoli).
D12/15/2008
I picked up hazelnuts at Sprouts Farmers Market. I would think that Trader Joe's would have them (for people out on that coast).
I'm hoping to double the recipie for a (large) Christmas potluck and use my 6 qt crockpot and still have it cook in the 2 hours. Anything you can think of that I should adjust?
Stephanie ODea12/15/2008
Hi Dorinda,
I think doubling it would work just fine in a 6 qt. I'd leave everything the same, but adjust to have an extra 30 minutes if needed for the broccoli to soften. It might not need it though; I'm not sure. Crockpot cooking is definitely a range, and not an exact cooking time.
xoxo
stephD12/18/2008
Thanks, Steph! I ended up doubling the recipie, using my 6qt, and cooking it on low. I started it at 1:10 when I was home on lunch break and by the time I got home from the office at 4:15, the broccoli was done, done, done! Forget the al dente stuff!
So I would probably try it again sometime when I could be home to monitor it - sure didn't seem like it needed any extra time on this bunch.
The verdict - slightly mushy broccoli, but definitely delicious. Got several comments from people who enjoyed it!
BTW - I've been lurking probably since March sometime. I get rave reviews on the salsa chicken recipie and I happily pass your blog address on to GF families who are looking for ideas. Thanks, Steph!
Anonymous3/01/2009
Yeah, I had the same results as Dorinda - 3 hrs on low was WAY too long in my crock pot. For this recipe, make sure to monitor it, at least the first time you make it.
Yvette5/30/2009
I was just going to ask where you got the hazelnuts, when I saw the Trader Joe's bag. :) TJ's to the rescue!! Thanks for such a great resource!!