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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli with Bacon: A Flavorful Side Dish

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli with Bacon is a rich side dish with tender broccoli in a creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce, topped with crispy bacon. Ready in just 25 minutes with 10 minutes of prep, it serves 4 and contains about 350 calories per serving—perfect for holiday dinners or elevating weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 352 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 strips bacon chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • A pinch of black pepper adjust to your preference
  • Optional: A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for added spice
  • Optional: Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  • Sauté the Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the bacon grease. Sauté over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli starts to become tender but still has a bit of crunch. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.
  • Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, heat the butter over medium heat until melted. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until it becomes fragrant, taking care not to let it burn. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine with the garlic and butter. Allow the cream to gently simmer for 2-3 minutes, which will help it thicken a bit.
  • Add Parmesan and Seasonings: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Continue to cook the sauce, stirring constantly, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Combine with Broccoli and Bacon: Add the sautéed broccoli and crispy bacon back into the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss everything together until the broccoli is well coated in the sauce and heated through.
  • Serve: Transfer the creamy garlic Parmesan broccoli with bacon to a serving dish. Serve immediately and enjoy this rich and savory side dish!

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal
Keyword Creamy Broccoli
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