Mid Week YUMM! – Marry Me Broccoli
“Marry Me Broccoli” isn’t just a dish, it’s a mood, and now, it’s a muse! Think saturated greens, playful ruffles reminiscent of broccoli florets, and even earthy tones mirroring the dish’s roasted garlic and parmesan notes. This culinary sensation is proving that style truly can be served up with a side of delicious inspiration. Eat alone or add a robust protein and make this a Mid Week YUMM!
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup drained julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes in oil with herbs, plus 3 tablespoon oil from jar, divided
- 8 cups broccoli florets, divided
- 1 large shallot, chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1¼ cups lower-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh basil, divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divide
Directions
-
Heat 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 cups broccoli in an even layer; cook, undisturbed, until browned, about 3 minutes. Stir and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned all over and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Do not wipe the pan clean. Repeat the process with 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 4 cups broccoli. Do not wipe the pan clean.
-
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add chopped shallot; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in ⅔ cup sun-dried tomatoes and 1 tablespoon garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until the tomatoes are slightly broken down and deep red in color, about 2 minutes.
-
Stir in the reserved broccoli, 1¼ cups broth, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper and ¼ teaspoon salt. Cover and cook, undisturbed, until the broth is slightly reduced and the broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in ¼ cup cream and 2 tablespoons basil; cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons Parmesan until melted and combined, 30 to 45 seconds. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon basil and 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Garnish with additional crushed red pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: about 1 cup
Calories 211, Fat 16g, Saturated Fat 5g, Cholesterol 19mg, Carbohydrates 13g, Total Sugars 3g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 7g, Fiber 4g, Sodium 358mg, Potassium 589mg
-
CHECKED!
