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What Marcella Says About Broccoli

Broccoli may be available year-round in markets today, but its true season runs from late autumn through winter, when it is at its peak. The best way to judge its freshness is by looking at the florets—the buds should be tightly closed, deep blue-green or purplish, with no signs of yellowing. While many people focus on t…