Awesome Broccoli Marinara Recipe
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Awesome Broccoli Marinara

By: Debra 
"This is a great quick version of an Italian traditional side dish in our family all the way from Italy. You can use fresh tomatoes and basil. However, as a mother of four, I opt for the quick method as I'm sure other parents of small ones can appreciate. The kids really love this dish too. Buon Appetito!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (73)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with balsamic vinegar, basil and olive oil
  • 1 pound broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in the tomatoes with their juices, and simmer until the liquid has reduced by about 1/2. Place the broccoli on top of the tomatoes, and season with a little salt and pepper. Cover, and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Do not over cook the broccoli, it should be a vibrant green. Pour into a serving dish, and toss to blend with the sauce before serving.

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Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 121 | Total Fat: 7.2g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 22, 2004 by JuiceMom   view full review
I did not have the specified canned tomatoes, so I used about 1/4 cup fresh basil and 2 tbsp...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2005 by DONNADONNA1   view full review
Very good.I also added some red onion and served with Feta on top.You can add crumbled Feta a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2007 by spoexpecting   view full review
Ok... this is my new favorite sauce! I didn't have tomato sauce with the balsalmic vinegar...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2009 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Not so awesome for us I'm afraid. I've never seen the type of canned tomatoes called for so I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2011 by kdonahue   view full review
I couldn't find the tomatoes in the balsamic vinegar. I didn't really care for this recipe....
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 5, 2010 by TTV78   view full review
This was a nice change for broccoli! We enjoyed the flavors of this marinara. Per other...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2008 by HeatherM   view full review
I love this! I've made it as written, and I've also added some cooked chicken to it (chopped)...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2005 by APANTHESIS   view full review
This was a great way to jazz up broccoli. I will cut down the oil next timeb/c mine was little...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2011 by *Sherri*   view full review
I guess this is supposed to be a side dish, but I added a can of tomato sauce, fresh basil,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2005 by MELONDECA   view full review
Good recipe. I added chicken breasts and served it over pasta.

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