Broccoli with Bacon and Pine Nuts

For this, it is worth it to purchase a wedge of Parmesan cheese instead of pre-grated Parmesan cheese. Shred it using the large holes of a grater or shave it using a swivel peeler.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 5 min | Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon McCormick® Italian Seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Coarse Ground Black Pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons freshly shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook broccoli in boiling water in medium saucepan 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2. Drain broccoli; return to saucepan. Add oil; toss to coat.
3. Mix Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic and salt in small bowl. Sprinkle broccoli with seasoning mixture, bacon and pine nuts; toss well.
4. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Serve immediately.

Attribution

Recipe used with permission from: McCormick