Broccoli - Assorted Colours
Specialty produce is subject to availability
Broccoli is a flower top picked before it blooms. It is dense in nutrition, full of beta carotene and an excellent source of fiber. Inexpensive and available all year round. It is full of vitamins B1 and C and has a generous amount of calcium, sulfur and potassium. Surprisingly, forty-five percent of calories in broccoli is protein.

Storage
» Store immediately in the coldest part of the walk-in cooler. Broccoli is very susceptible to damage from the heat of the kitchen
» Store in a sealed container away from drafts from the cooler fan, either in the original cartons or original bags.
» Store away from ethylene producing fruits. Broccoli is extremely susceptible to ethylene damage.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Rotate frequently to maintain optimum quality.
» Avoid placing the case or raw product on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to help prevent the potential for cross contamination.
» Always limit the time the product is out of refrigeration. Exposure to kitchen temperatures for prolong periods of time will cause the broccoli to lose its crispness and color.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.
» Broccoli needs to be washed in a sanitary sink with a fresh cold water rinse. Drain well.