Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 pound broccoli, washed and cut into florets
Butter and Seasonings
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the Broccoli: Add 2 cups of water and salt to a large saucepan on the stovetop and bring it to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2 to 4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Drain and Set Aside: Carefully drain the hot water from the saucepan and set the cooked broccoli aside to prepare the garlic butter.
- Sauté Garlic in Butter: Using the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Toss Broccoli in Garlic Butter: Return the broccoli to the saucepan and toss it well to coat all pieces in the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the broccoli and toss again to distribute evenly. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the garlic Parmesan broccoli to a serving dish and serve warm as a delicious side to steak or your favorite main course.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, reduce boiling time slightly or blanch in ice water after boiling.
- You can substitute Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or Asiago cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Use fresh garlic for the best taste; garlic powder can be used in a pinch but will alter the flavor slightly.
- Adjust butter quantity if you prefer a lighter or richer taste.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure your Parmesan cheese is labeled gluten-free as some brands may have additives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
