Daphne Oz Cheesy Pizza Broccoli Recipe + Dr Oz Guilty Pleasure Food

Rachael Ray: Daphne Oz Childhood

What was it like growing up with Dr Oz as a dad? That’s not a question too many people can answer, but Daphne Oz is one of them, and she shared some insights on Rachael Ray’s show before making a Cheesy Pizza Broccoli Recipe.

She said he was great at spurring exploration, organizing family olympic activities, and trying new healthy foods. Daphne Oz and Rachael agreed with guest host Bob Harper that parents engaging with kids and doing physical activities together is critical.

Rachael Ray: Daphne Oz Weight Loss + Lifestyle

Daphne Oz admitted that she was overweight growing up, weighing 180 pounds at age 17, when she went to her prom. She has hung onto a picture from then to remind her where she has come from. She changed her life the right way and has managed to stay in great shape. Read more about her transformation and lifestyle in the book Relish.

“There needs to be plenty of room for flexibility and fun, and really just abundance,” she said of her health and lifestyle philosophy. “Fill your life with fun. Relish every moment.”

Doctor Oz Guilty Pleasure Food = Ribs

When Dr Oz is being indulgent, his weakness is ribs, according to Daphne, whose mother is a vegetarian.

Rachael Ray: Daphne Oz Cheesy Pizza Broccoli Recipe Ingredients

Get the kids on board with this healthy approach to a favorite recipe: it’s Pizza Broccoli!

• 1 head Broccoli
• 6 tbsp Parmesan Cheese (or other cheese)
• 1 tsp Dried Chile Flakes
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• Juice of 1/2 Lemon
• Salt & Pepper
• Olive Oil

Rachael Ray: Cheesy Pizza Broccoli Recipe Directions by Daphne Oz

1. Steam your broccoli. You can leave the entire head intact, or break it down into florets for faster cooking.
2. The broccoli is done when it can be easily pierced with a fork or knife.
3. Preheat your broiler.
4. Drain the broccoli before putting it in a baking dish.
5. Pour olive oil, cheese, oregano, and chile flakes over it.
6. Broil until cheese becomes golden brown, after two to three minutes.
7. Finish with fresh lemon juice, and garnish as desired using salt and pepper.