Creamy Garlic Parmesan Broccoli with Bacon
This dish brings back memories of Sunday dinners where everyone gathered around the table, laughing and sharing stories. My mom used to sneak veggies onto our plates, but when she made this creamy broccoli with crispy bacon — we’d ask for seconds. It’s the kind of side dish that steals the spotlight.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
4 slices bacon, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic in bacon drippings for 30 seconds.
Add broccoli and cook for 3–4 minutes.
Pour in cream and let simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in Parmesan, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
Add bacon back in and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 12g