ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC-ANCHOVY BREAD CRUMBS Broccoli becomes incredibly sweet and nutty, with a really concentrated flavor, when roasted at a high temperature It’s one of my favorite ways to eat it Tossing the roasted broccoli with a bit of anchovy-scented bread crumbs adds another dimension to the dish NOTE: The broccoli stalks can be peeled and roasted too if desired Cut them on a bias into ½-inch slices SERVES 4 1½ pounds broccoli, cut into 3- to 4-inch-long florets, each floret cut lengthwise in half 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 recipe Garlic-Anchovy Bread Crumbs (recipe follows; optional) Adjust an oven rack to the lower-middle position, place a heavy rimmed baking sheet on the rack, and preheat the oven to 500°F Toss the broccoli with the oil in a large bowl Season generously with salt and pepper Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, using oven mitts or a folded dish towel Transfer the broccoli florets to the pan, shaking it so that most end up flat side down (they should immediately begin to sizzle) and return to the oven Roast until the broccoli is tender and well charred, about 10 minutes, stirring and shaking the pan once or twice Sprinkle the broccoli with the lemon juice and the anchovy bread crumbs if desired and serve Garlic-Anchovy Bread Crumbs These bread crumbs can be used to add texture and flavor to any roasted, grilled, or broiled vegetable dish They also go great with pasta NOTE: The bread can also be dried by placing it directly on a rack in a preheated 275°F oven for about 20 minutes, turning once halfway through ... 1 recipe Garlic-Anchovy Bread Crumbs (recipe follows; optional) Adjust an oven rack to the lower-middle position, place a heavy rimmed baking sheet on the rack, and preheat the oven to 500°F Toss the broccoli with the oil... Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, using oven mitts or a folded dish towel Transfer the broccoli florets to the pan, shaking it so that most end up flat side down (they should immediately... return to the oven Roast until the broccoli is tender and well charred, about 10 minutes, stirring and shaking the pan once or twice Sprinkle the broccoli with the lemon juice and the anchovy bread crumbs if desired and serve