Don’t boil it to death. That’s how you get the cafeteria smell. Don’t skip the salt—it’s not just for flavor; it helps the texture. And for the love of all things green, don’t walk away from the pan. Broccoli goes from perfect to burnt in 30 seconds flat.
If you forget it and it gets charred? Call it “caramelized” and serve it with confidence. It’s still delicious, just a little dramatic.