Parmesan Garlic Broccoli

Freshly sautéed broccoli and fragrant garlic are baked in a rich cream sauce topped with broiled mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Creamy Parmesan Garlic Broccoli is guaranteed to convert ANY non-broccoli lover into a full-blown fanatic!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 Onion (diced)
• 1 Pound Broccoli Florets (from 2-3 broccoli heads)
• 5 Cloves Garlic (minced)
• Salt and Pepper (to taste)
• 2 Tablespoons Cream Cheese
• 3/4 Cups Heavy Cream
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (fresh)
• 3/4 Cup Mozzarella (shredded)
• 1/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese (fresh, shredded)
• Aleppo Pepper (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat broiler. Melt the butter in a cast iron pan over medium heat.
2. 2Add the onion and cook until transparent, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. 3Add the broccoli and garlic and season with salt and pepper and cook while stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes, or until bright in color and fragrant.
4. 4Stir in the cream cheese, cream and paprika reducing the heat down to low and allow to simmer for about 3-4 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
5. 5Squeeze in the lemon and stir again. Top with the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
6. 6Place in the oven. Broil until cheese is bubbling and golden, about 2-3 minutes.
7. 7Sprinkle with a pinch of Aleppo pepper and serve.