Broccoli has a bad reputation, and unfortunately its somewhat deserved. All too often this vegetable gets cooked beyond recognition. Stalks become limp; the color of the head fades. Its pitiful. George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, banned broccoli from Air Force One and publicly admitted he still wont touch this veggie .

But if you know how to make broccoli actually taste good , it can be glorious. In fact, Barack Obama has said its his favorite food.