The Best Roasted Broccoli Recipe
Living with our friends has been a serious vacation! All of our “family dinners” seem like an true occasion– complete with cocktails! It’s been really tough for me to turn down delicious bottles of wine. 
Tonight, we enjoyed a wonderful bottle of Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc. I remember this wine from a dinner at Piattini Wine Cafe many months ago. It’s excellent! Light and fruity with a crisp finish!
With dinner, we enjoyed the best Roasted Broccoli recipe, which my sister-in-law first made for Mal and me when we visited her in Seattle last June. I still can’t believe it has taken us this long to make it ourselves!
Ingredients:
- 2 large heads of broccoli
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions:
- Cut broccoli into florets
- Toss florets in olive oil and sugar
- Cover baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or tin foil
- Spread broccoli florets on baking sheet
- Broil for 5-7 minutes until edges of florets turn brown and crispy
With the Roasted Broccoli, Mal made Sesame Soy Chicken with couscous and brown rice mixed together on the side.
The Roasted Broccoli was a huge hit! It was crunchy and slightly sweet. Everyone LOVED it!
For dessert, I enjoyed an Oatmeal Raisin Bar, which Marie and I baked last night. Mmmmm!
Check out Murphy making the moves on Bella! He’s such a stud-muffin! 
I cant’ believe it’s back to work tomorrow! After all of the work I did today, I’m relaxing for the rest of the night!
Good night, bloggies!
Kat (Kat's Daily Plate) — September 7, 2009 @ 7:59 pm
That recipe is so different. How do the broccoli end up tasting? Are they very sweet or is it just a hint of sweetness? I’m curious- never tried anything like it!
Lizzy — September 7, 2009 @ 8:11 pm
roasted broccoli sounds amazing. Just as curious as Kat, does that leave the broccoli real sweet or is it mellow out because of the EVOO that you use? sounds awesome
Emily — September 7, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
What a healthy and delicious looking meal! I don’t think I’ve ever had roasted broccoli!! I’m going to pass this recipe on to my husband and have him make it for me!!
Mellissa — September 7, 2009 @ 8:12 pm
We do a similar variation but use a microplane and grate some really good parmasean and a tiny bit of lemon zest over the top right when it comes out of the oven- a great way to add some flavor for not too many calories.
Julie — September 7, 2009 @ 8:15 pm
aw, puppy spooning!! adorable.
kay (eating machine) — September 7, 2009 @ 8:23 pm
mmm roasted broccoli is so good! i haven’t tried it with sugar ever.
Morgan — September 7, 2009 @ 8:23 pm
That picture of the puppies might be one of the cutest things I have ever seen!
Nicole — September 7, 2009 @ 8:24 pm
I really love roasted broccoli, but I’ve never tried it with sugar! I usually just use olive oil and salt.
Denise — September 7, 2009 @ 8:36 pm
I am always so inspired by you, your workouts and your meals! I just downloaded a ton of podcasts. Can’t wait to get started on them and see where they take me! Thank you for doing what you do!
angieinatlanta — September 7, 2009 @ 8:36 pm
LOL! I love the “puppy love” picture!
Roasted garlic sounds like a yummy idea! I love veggies but I’ve never been able to like broccoli; that recipe just might change things!
brandi — September 7, 2009 @ 8:46 pm
wow – i love roasting broccoli, but have never though to add some sugar! What a great idea.
glad you guys are enjoying your time there!
K — September 7, 2009 @ 8:58 pm
Aww the puppers are spooning! I never would have thought to add sugar to broccoli! That sounds like a great idea!
lesley — September 7, 2009 @ 9:15 pm
Haha, that’s such a cute picture of Murphy and Bella. I love it when animals cuddle with each other like that : )
Caroline — September 7, 2009 @ 9:19 pm
His little paw over her is just too much. The broccoli recipe sounds delicious I will definitely be trying that soon since broccoli is everywhere at the Farmer’s Market. I wonder if you could use a different type of sweetener and achieve the same result. Maybe I’ll do some experimenting!
Dori — September 7, 2009 @ 9:19 pm
Murphy and Bella are spooning!
Devan Newman — September 7, 2009 @ 9:25 pm
i love roasted broccoli!
i definatly will try this recipe!
Evan Thomas — September 7, 2009 @ 9:27 pm
I’m a broccoli fanatic but I always finds it digests slowly and makes my runs a bit sloggish. Still want to try this recipe though!
Stephanie — September 7, 2009 @ 9:30 pm
I did a mango pineapply terryaki chicken w/ fresh broccoli (and fresh nectarine salsa) tonight as well, must be that kinda night!! Check out my recap if you want at
http://cookinfanatic.wordpress.com/2009/09/07/taking-a-break-tropics-style/
Cutest doggie pics too btw
Emily (Healthy Fit Mama) — September 7, 2009 @ 9:32 pm
That broccoli sounds sooo good! I love roasting veggies in the oven. The flavor stands out so much more.
a — September 7, 2009 @ 9:34 pm
hahahahaaa thanks for making my day with the Murphy + Bella picture!!
Joelle (The Pancake Girl) — September 7, 2009 @ 9:36 pm
Ooh that whole din looks wonderful! I need to try that recipe.
Jenn Eats Nutritiously Now — September 7, 2009 @ 9:46 pm
Haha! That last picture is so funny!!!
Jenna — September 7, 2009 @ 9:50 pm
Sweet broccoli? Yes please
Two of my other, more rare things, to put some sugar on are tomatoes and rice with milk.
Jenna — September 7, 2009 @ 9:51 pm
Sweet broccoli? Yes please
Two of my other, more rare things, to put some sugar on are tomatoes and rice with milk. Soothes the soul!
Lindsay @ bananaandchocolate — September 7, 2009 @ 9:54 pm
That broccoli sounds really good! I love when broccoli is roasted so it’s still sort of crunchy!
Murphy is quite the little stud!
Adriane — September 7, 2009 @ 10:00 pm
Go murphy! Definitely trying that broccoli recipe!
Paige — September 7, 2009 @ 10:06 pm
Just wanted to let you know that I made your pumpkin muffin recipe with CINNAMON chips and they are fantastic! That broc looks pretty good too…might be a contender for the next Tina-inspired baking sesh!
Cara — September 7, 2009 @ 10:23 pm
Another surprising roasting tip: halved cherry tomatoes with a little bit of brown sugar and EVOO…outcome is to die for!
Angharad (Eating for England) — September 7, 2009 @ 10:28 pm
Ha haha!!! Those dogs are ridiculous! The roasted broccoli sounds very good. I’ve always counted broc as my favorite veggie and have never roasted it! I have a head in the fridge though so it may be time…
amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) — September 7, 2009 @ 10:38 pm
AW Murphy is such a flirt!
Cynthia (It All Changes) — September 7, 2009 @ 11:15 pm
Roasted broccoli is so good. I love broccoli in just about any form. I may have to try this
Like a little Murphy being The Man! Putting the moves on the lady
Lynn (The Actors Diet) — September 7, 2009 @ 11:17 pm
i do find that roasting broccoli is my fave way to eat it. that pic of the doggies is too cute. happy labor day weekend!
BroccoliHut — September 7, 2009 @ 11:37 pm
I think it’s a given that I will be trying this recipe…
Sara — September 8, 2009 @ 1:01 am
Major broccoli craving over here right now… seriously. Cute dog picture!!
Marissa — September 8, 2009 @ 1:42 am
That pup photo is so cute!!!!! Aw!!!!
Julia — September 8, 2009 @ 4:00 am
I love roasted broccoli…and I’ve got another tip for you: try roasted cauliflower! It’s made the same way (but I don’t use sugar), you can also add some parmesan cheese. It’s delicious too!
xxx Julia (Taste of Living)
zestycook — September 8, 2009 @ 5:33 am
WOW – I love roasted broccoli! This one looks great!
Hangry Pants — September 8, 2009 @ 6:21 am
Are your friend’s pyrex bowls an old hand me down or did she recently buy them?
RickyRae — September 8, 2009 @ 6:37 am
I’ve never tried to broil broccoli before. I’ve always steamed it. Roasted broccoli sounds delicious! I am definitely going to give it a try. I agree with Julia, Parmesan cheese sounds like a delicious topper!
Pam (Highway to Health) — September 8, 2009 @ 6:49 am
That is such a cute picture of Murphy and Bella!!
The broccoli looks delicious! I love roasted broccoli anyway I bet the sugar makes it even better.
Kirsten — September 8, 2009 @ 6:50 am
I love wine with dinner too – even on non-occasions! I justify it by reminding myself it’s common practice in a lot of countries
Tina — September 8, 2009 @ 6:56 am
@Hangry Pants: They’re old school!
April — September 8, 2009 @ 7:32 am
I was just on google last night trying to find a roasted broccoli recipe. I’ll be trying this one tonight!
Katy — September 8, 2009 @ 12:31 pm
That looks good … but my husband makes a version that I think is even better. He takes a teeny bit of coconut oil and roasts or grills the veggies with some roasted garlic, lemon juice and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. To die for!
Kate — September 8, 2009 @ 12:35 pm
Mmmm, I love roasted broccoli. I’ve never tried it with sugar, though! Probably caramelizes and gets all sweet. Good idea! Nice with the glazed salmon too.
Stephanie — September 8, 2009 @ 1:42 pm
I love that Veramonte Sauv Blanc. Almost as good as Kim Crawford and WAY cheaper.
Katie — September 8, 2009 @ 3:55 pm
We serve that wine at my restaurant! Nom.
Sarah — September 8, 2009 @ 4:02 pm
Aww, Murphy is such a sweetie! That oatmeal bar looks delicous
And I’m a big fan of broccoli and I think it’s high time I changed it up a bit from my usual microwave method!
recipes lover — September 9, 2009 @ 6:11 am
I love broccoli, I never tried roasting it with sugar. I must try it.
Trish106 — April 18, 2010 @ 12:57 pm
I never tried broiling Broccoli. I don’t know if I would like it with sugar but it is worth a try.
Woofgang — April 18, 2010 @ 8:41 pm
This looks delicious! I have such a hard time getting my husband to eat any cooked vegetables, but I believe he will like this. Can’t wait to try it.
Plumleaf — April 21, 2010 @ 10:44 am
Broccoli is a good green veggie
Stogdale4 — April 23, 2010 @ 10:29 am
Both of these recipes sound very good and delicious. I love broccoli and oatmeal. I made oatmeal bars before but not like this. This sound much better. I will try both recipes.
Erna Burkett — June 13, 2010 @ 9:45 pm
Broccoli is a good veggie and a good source of calcium. I eat all kinds of veggies. 2yrs ago my broccoli got as big as 2 grown men fists together and it sure tasted good and melted in my mouth.