Creamy Broccoli and Bacon
Tender florets of broccoli, crispy bits of bacon, and an irresistible garlic cream sauce.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 218kcal
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 2 to 3 small heads broccoli chopped (stems removed)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Fry the chopped bacon in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until crispy. Carefully transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate to soak up grease. Set bacon aside. Carefully drain grease from skillet, leaving about 2 Tablespoons inside.
- Add the chopped broccoli, salt, and pepper to skillet. Cook and stir broccoli for 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir to combine. Pour in the heavy cream. Stir. Reduce heat to low and let mixture simmer until sauce is thickened.*(If you want the sauce thicker, you can add a cornstarch slurry. Mix together 2 teaspoons of cornstarch mixed with 2 Tablespoons of water, then stir into sauce.)
- Stir and let simmer until it reaches your desired thickness and broccoli is tender. Gently stir in the bacon to combine everything. Top evenly with mozzarella cheese.
- Place the skillet under the broiler until the cheese is melted and golden. *(Watch closely the entire time so it doesn’t burn!) Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 20g
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