Roasted Broccoli With Cherry Tomatoes

I happened to catch Down Home with the Neelys the other day and they made this wonderful dish. I couldn't wait to make it and it didn't disappoint! I have used a sliced firm tomato and it works ok, I think the cherry tomatoes are better.

• Ready In: 23 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  bunches broccoli (cut into 21/2 inch florets)
• 1  medium shallot (roughly chopped)
• 1  pint cherry tomatoes (whole)
• 3  garlic cloves (roughly chopped)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 4  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese (fresh grated is best)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Add broccoli, shallots, tomatoes, garlic, red pepper and oil into a large bowl.
3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Toss to coat and spread onto a large baking sheet.
5. Roast until the stems are tender-crisp and lightly golden brown. (about 18 min.).
6. Grate the parmesan cheese over the broccoli while it's hot.
7. Serve and Enjoy!