I can always count on my daughter, Jade, to eat it, too.
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Were in the heat of summer (literally) so in-season vegetables are top of mind.
We definitely are fans of a big freshsummer salad, or an easy roastedveggie side dish.
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But everyone has their own favorite vegetable.Alton Brownloves asparagus.Jenna Bush Hagercant stop eating broccoli.
She had a clear answer.
For those unfamiliar,broccoli rabeis a dark green leafy green in the turnip family.
I love how quick-cooking and versatile it is,EatingWells nutrition editor and dietitianJessica Ball, M.S., RDshares.
I think its slightly-bitter flavor lends itself well to everything from a stir fry to a creamy pasta.
Plus, it’s packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals.
There are plenty of ways to prepare it.
Its commonly found in Italian cuisine as a side with olive oil and garlic.
It can also be added to sandwichestry it instead of spinach on aCheesy Chicken alla Vodka Sandwich.
Whats De Laurentiis go-to way to make it?
Dont worry, we asked.
Youve got protein and veg, so its a simple weeknight dish.
De Laurentiis shares that she sometimes swaps the pasta for her gluten-free casarecce pasta.
For dessert after enjoying the chefs flavorful dinner, try De LaurentiisEspresso Martini Affogato.
