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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli with Bacon

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli with Bacon

This creamy garlic parmesan broccoli with bacon recipe is a delicious side dish that elevates ordinary broccoli into a gourmet experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
  2. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until it simmers and thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
  4. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  5. Add cooked broccoli and crispy bacon to the sauce, mixing well to coat.
  6. Season with salt and pepper as desired, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 12gFat: 28g

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe by swapping out the broccoli for your favorite vegetables or adding spices like red pepper flakes for an extra kick.

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