Crispy Smashed Broccoli with Balsamic & Parmesan

 From EatingWell.com

Ingredients

8 cups bite-size broccoli florets (about 1 pound)

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground pepper

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (see Tip)

Tip

Balsamic glaze is balsamic vinegar that's cooked until it's very thick. Look for it with other types of vinegar in well-stocked supermarkets. Or make it yourself by boiling 1 cup balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until syrupy and reduced to about 1/4 cup, 10 to 14 minutes.

Directions

1. Position oven rack 6 inches from broiler. Preheat broiler to high.
2. Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Steam broccoli until just tender, about 3 minutes.
3. Spread broccoli on a large rimmed baking sheet. Using the bottom of a mason jar or sturdy glass, flatten each floret. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Evenly distribute Parmesan over the florets. Broil until the broccoli is lightly browned and the cheese has melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.