Broccoli Braised With White Wine - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. olive oil
1 tsp. finely chopped garlic
6 c. fresh broccoli flowerets (about 2 lb. with stems)
1 1/2 c. dry white wine
1/2 tsp. salt
freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

In heavy skillet, heat olive oil until a light haze forms over it.
Remove from heat and stir garlic in hot oil for 30 seconds. Return to moderate heat and toss broccoli flowerets in oil until they glisten.
Add wine, salt and a few grindings of pepper; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cover and simmer for another 15 minutes or until tender.
Quickly transfer with slotted spoon to heated bowl or deep platter.
Briskly boil liquid left in skillet over high heat until it has reduced to about 1/2 cup and pour it over broccoli.