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Bacon Broccoli

Delicious Bacon Broccoli Recipe for a Quick Side Dish

Savor the rich flavors of Bacon Broccoli, a delightful dish combining crispy bacon and fresh broccoli.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 6 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat but leave some for flavor; set the bacon aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic to the remaining bacon fat and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  4. Add broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  5. Return the crispy bacon to the skillet with broccoli and garlic; season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
  6. Serve hot, optionally topped with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 13gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize with turkey bacon or add red pepper flakes for a kick. Store in an airtight container for up to three days.

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