Broccoli Bread Filling

Directions

1. 1
   Wash broccoli and drain well.
2. 2
   Trim the broccoli (remove tough leaves) cut off stems.
3. 3
   Peel stems and chop into small pieces.
4. 4
   Cut head into small florets, set aside.
5. 5
   Place oil and onions (if using) into a frying pan, and saute until clear.
6. 6
   Add garlic, and cook about 1 minute more (do not let it brown).
7. 7
   Add broccoli stems, salt& pepper and cook about 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Add wine, cover pan and cook over very low heat for about 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Add florets and cook a few minutes more, or until all is tender (stir gently so florets don't break).
10. 10
    Drain excess liquid from broccoli and allow to cool.
11. 11
    Place on dough (as in sausage bread recipe# 23872) and roll up.
12. 12
    You may use smaller pieces of dough (say 4 x 6 inches) to make rolls instead of a loaf.