Italian Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Balsamic Glaze Recipe chefpriyanka Recipe

Name: Italian Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Balsamic Glaze Recipe chefpriyanka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli florets- stems cut off (i prefer fresh); 1/2 small white onion- sliced into thin rainbows; 4 cloves garlic- crushed and minced; 3 tbsp fresh basil- about 4-5 leaves rolled up and cut into ribbons (try to use fresh, tastes much better!); 1 tbsp red crushed pepper (or to taste if you cant handle a little heat!); 1 tsp salt; coarse black pepper- 5 grinds; 4-5 tbsp parmigiana cheese- try to use a good brand!; drizzle of balsamic glaze- i used store bought, but its easy to make at home too!; PAM- olive oil flavored; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 large bowl of cold water (for boiling); 1 large bowl of cold water with ice (for blanching)

Servings: persons

2 cups broccoli florets- stems cut off (i prefer fresh)
1/2 small white onion- sliced into thin rainbows
4 cloves garlic- crushed and minced
3 tbsp fresh basil- about 4-5 leaves rolled up and cut into ribbons (try to use fresh, tastes much better!)
1 tbsp red crushed pepper (or to taste if you cant handle a little heat!)
1 tsp salt
coarse black pepper- 5 grinds
4-5 tbsp parmigiana cheese- try to use a good brand!
drizzle of balsamic glaze- i used store bought, but its easy to make at home too!
PAM- olive oil flavored
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large bowl of cold water (for boiling)
1 large bowl of cold water with ice (for blanching)

1
Bring a large bowl of cold water to a boil, sprinkle with salt and add the broccoli.
2
After about 3-4 minutes (or until broccoli is slightly tender) remove from hot water and place into the bowl of ice water.
3
Set aside.
4
While the broccoli is boiling set skillet over medium low heat.
5
Spray with and add olive oil.
6
Add onions and saute for 1 minutes.
7
Add minced garlic and set over low heat.
8
Add salt, pepper and red crushed pepper.
9
Cook until onions are soft and brown (caramelized).
10
Add the broccoli to the pan making sure to not add excess water.
11
Set over medium heat.
12
Saute until florets are even coated with onions and garlic.
13
Saute for about 5 minutes.
14
Add 3 tbsp of cheese and 2 tbsp of basil.
15
Combine everything together and cook for another 2 minutes.
16
Drizzle serving platter with balsamic glaze in a pretty design.
17
Place the hot broccoli nicely on the dish and top with remaining cheese and basil.
18
Eat!

520

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups broccoli florets- stems cut off (i prefer fresh), 1/2 small white onion- sliced into thin rainbows, 4 cloves garlic- crushed and minced, 3 tbsp fresh basil- about 4-5 leaves rolled up and cut into ribbons (try to use fresh, tastes much better!), and more.

Yes, Italian Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Balsamic Glaze Recipe chefpriyanka falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Italian Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Balsamic Glaze Recipe chefpriyanka

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