Broccoli Purée with Garlic

This purée is a wonderful accompaniment to almost any entrée. For a richer dish, you can mix crème fraîche into the purée.

PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES • COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES
4 SERVINGS

• 2 pounds broccoli (about 1½ heads), stems discarded and heads washed well and separated into florets
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon white pepper

1. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, cover, and cook over medium heat for 12–15 minutes, until tender. Drain.

2. In a food processor, combine the broccoli, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Purée until smooth, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.

PER SERVING

carbs: 8.5 grams; Net Carbs: 4 grams;
fiber: 4.5 grams; protein: 4.5 grams; fat: 14 grams; calories: 164

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