Jaclyn Pestka, Wayne Gisslen, Lou Sackett

Procedure to Prepare Broccoli Crown or Florets

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Professional Garde Manger: A Comprehensive Guide to Cold Food Preparation
Professional Garde Manger

By Jaclyn Pestka, Wayne Gisslen and Lou Sackett

Published 2010

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  1. To make a broccoli crown, cut the stalk just below the place where it branches out (A).

  2. To create florets, cut farther up the stalk (B).

The cylindrical stalks of peeled broccoli stem may be cut into rounds, ovals, bâtonnets, or juliennes. All these shapes make interesting additions to salads, soups, stir-fries, and other composed dishes. Peeled stems may also be cooked soft and puréed to become the base for soups and sauces.

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