Broccoli Parmesan

Name: Broccoli Parmesan
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Italian Recipes, Italian Side Dishes
Ingredients: 1 medium bunch broccoli (1-1/2 pounds), cut into spears; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 3 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Jessie Sarrazin of Livingston, Montana shares her oh-so-easy side dish that goes great with almost any entrée. Use less basil for a subtle flavor, and more for a stronger Italian taste.

Ingredients

1 medium bunch broccoli (1-1/2 pounds), cut into spears
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring broccoli and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in basil and pepper. Drain broccoli and place in a serving bowl; add onion mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

2/3 cup: 61 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Broccoli Parmesan in Simple & Delicious January/February 2007

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xlsalbums

Oct 5, 2013

Broccoli was tender and tasty!
gillettcookie

Feb 17, 2013

looking for something different to do with the fresh broccoli I had and this fits the bill. Kids not to happy with the onion, so I may 1/2 that next time I make it. I didn't have any Parmesan thawed out, so I used the swiss I had in the fridge. Overall a tasty recipe! Thanks!
jpolonkay

Apr 25, 2011

Great flavor! The combination of onion and garlic with the broccoli and basil was delicious! And so easy to make!!
ReneeC___NCalif

Dec 2, 2010

The timing on posting this recipe is just perfect. Guess who's DH came home from Costco today with a 300# bag of broccoli!?
Emma.James.13

Dec 2, 2010

I made this paired with the Italian Chicken Noodle Skillet (also on this site). It has a strong flavor, but we really enjoyed it. I doubled the amount of broccoli but kept the rest of the recipe at the amounts listed. Will make again as my husband loved it!