Chopped Broccoli with Garlic And Pecorino

Directions

1. 1

   Ingredients 1 each broccoli, large bunch 2 tablespoon oil, olive 2 each garlic, cloves, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper, flakes, hot 2 tables

2. 2

   With a vegetable peeler or a small, sharp knife, remove the coarse outer layer of the stalks to reveal the pale green, tender heart

3. 3

   Cut the stalks into 1/2 inch lengths

4. 4

   Cut the florets into pieces approximately the same size as the stems, but keep them separate

5. 5

   You should have about 1 pound of broccoli after trimming

6. 6

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over moderately low heat

7. 7

   Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute

8. 8

   Add the hot pepper flakes (use the full 1/4 teaspoon if you want it really peppery), broccoli stems, and 1 tablespoon of chicken stock