Are the flowers of broccoli edible? What to know and how to use them
                                
                                
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                                It's a common sight for home gardeners: you miss the optimal harvest window, and suddenly your tight green broccoli heads loosen and burst into a spray of yellow blossoms. But instead of seeing this as a wasted crop, many chefs and home cooks know that the flowers of broccoli are edible and offer a surprisingly delicate, peppery flavor.