Cooking Broccoli: Nutrition, Recipes & Health Side Effects

Broccoli is a nutrient-dense carb source, but it can interfere with medications like Warfarin. Learn to cook fresh or frozen broccoli in a slow cooker, reduce bitterness, and understand the benefits of broccoli sprouts.

How to Cook Crunchy Broccoli

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Sandra Ketcham

Broccoli is a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, calcium and iron. There are three common methods for cooking crunchy broccoli on its own, although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends steaming or microwaving broccoli to ensure it maintains it nutritional content.