Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli (Printable Version)

Tender broccoli florets coated in garlic butter and Parmesan, roasted to crispy, golden edges with savory flavor.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 ½ lbs fresh broccoli florets

→ Dairy

02 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Aromatics

04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced

→ Seasonings

05 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
09 - Extra Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and minced garlic. Add broccoli florets and toss to coat thoroughly.
03 - Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes over the broccoli; toss to distribute seasonings evenly.
04 - Incorporate grated Parmesan into the broccoli mixture and gently toss until each floret is coated.
05 - Spread the coated broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between florets to promote even roasting.
06 - Roast for 18 to 22 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until florets are tender with lightly browned and crispy edges.
07 - Transfer broccoli to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms broccoli from boring to craveable—those crispy edges are genuinely addictive.
  • Takes barely half an hour and uses pantry staples you probably already have.
  • Works as a weeknight side or fancy enough to bring to dinner parties.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet—broccoli needs space to roast, not steam; crowded florets will be soft and pale instead of crispy.
  • Stirring halfway through is the secret to even browning and that coveted golden-brown color on all sides.
03 -
  • Use a garlic press or microplane for mincing—it makes the garlic finer and more evenly distributed, so you get garlic in every bite.
  • Save any extra Parmesan that didn't make it into the main dish for finishing; a generous handful right before serving adds texture and makes people feel special.
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