Best Broccoli Pepper And Bacon Toss Recipes

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BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC, BACON & PARMESAN



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My approach to this broccoli is to cook it slowly in the seasonings so the garlic blends with smoky bacon. A few simple ingredients make ordinary broccoli irresistible. -Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon salt
2 bunches broccoli (about 3 pounds), stems removed, cut into florets
6 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 to 8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a 6-qt. stockpot two-thirds full with water; add salt and bring to a boil over high heat. In batches, add broccoli and cook until broccoli turns bright green, 2-3 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan., Add oil to drippings; heat over medium heat. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, 2-3 minutes (do not allow to brown). Add broccoli; cook until broccoli is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in bacon; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI, BACON AND CHEDDAR TOSS



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Accent the flavor of fresh broccoli with sweet raisins, smoky bacon, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups fresh small broccoli florets
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped red onion
4 slices precooked bacon or 1/3 cup real bacon pieces
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix all salad ingredients except bacon.
  • In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
  • Just before serving, heat bacon slices as directed on package until crisp. Drain on paper towels; crumble. Stir bacon into salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI, PEPPER AND BACON TOSS



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A quick and colorful side for six.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bag (14 oz) frozen broccoli florets
2 cups frozen stir-fry bell peppers and onions (from 1-lb bag)
1/2 cup raisins
2 tablespoons reduced-fat coleslaw dressing
2 tablespoons real bacon pieces (from 2.8-oz package)

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli and stir-fry bell peppers separately in microwave as directed on packages. Drain well.
  • In large bowl, toss broccoli, bell peppers, raisins and coleslaw dressing. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI AND PEPPERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 pound broccoli florets and 1 sliced red bell pepper in salted boiling water until just tender, about 3 minutes; drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool, then drain again. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 2 sliced garlic cloves and 2 to 4 crushed dried red chiles and cook 30 seconds. Add the broccoli and bell pepper and cook 2 minutes. Season with salt.

ITALIAN BROCCOLI WITH PEPPERS



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This healthy side dish goes with just about anything. And for a satisfying meal, we like it over pasta or grilled chicken or turkey breasts. -Maureen McClanahan, St. Louis, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium ripe tomato, cut into wedges and seeded
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add broccoli; cook, uncovered, 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place broccoli in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers in oil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the broccoli, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Add the tomato; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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