Crunchy Baked Broccoli Recipe- baked broccoli tossed in a crunchy, tangy mix with 2 secret ingredients that will make this broccoli recipe your favorite side dish recipe.
Lay the broccoli in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing in 1 tablespoon of the the olive oil. Place in oven for 10 minutes, ends should start to char.
In a small food processor combine the pepperoni and garlic. Pulse until the mixture has made small bits. Add the panko and a light seasoning of salt and freshly ground pepper before pulsing a few more times to combine and all pieces are relatively similar size.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the panko mixture. Stir for about 5 minutes or until mixture is crisp and olive oil as been absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, smear the Dijon mustard around the sides. This prevents it from clumping to one piece when you toss it. Add the partially cooked broccoli, tossing to lightly coat in mustard, then toss in the panko mixture and return to rimmed baking sheet.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, remove and serve.
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