Are you someone who likes to go out for a special dinner on days like Valentine’s Day? Not me. My husband mentioned that we should make reservations for Valentine’s Day. I quickly shot down that idea and told him that I could make a much nicer, less-expensive and more romantic dinner in our own home. Why go out and pay jacked-up prices for dinner just because it’s a special holiday? So we’ll be eating at home. And this recipe is on the menu (with some filet mignon, of course!)
While your broccoli is steaming…
…cook the bacon and crisp it up nicely. You’re going to save some of that bacon grease for the next step!
Garlic and raisins are sauteed in a little of that bacon grease, and a few other ingredients are then added into the pan to finish up making the hot bacon dressing.
The hot dressing is tossed with the steamed broccoli, and crispy bacon bits are sprinkled in upon serving. This side dish is WONDERFUL- especially if you are fan of both broccoli and bacon. I’d be happy eating a big bowl of just this for dinner. My husband is happier eating it with filet mignon 🙂 More broccoli side dish recipes you might enjoy: Broccoli Stir Fry with Ginger and Sesame by Simply Recipes Broccoli with Two Cheese Sauce by RecipeGirl Roasted Broccoli with Crispy Prosciutto & Balsamic by Nom Nom Paleo Broccoli with Black Olives, Garlic and Lemon by RecipeGirl 2. Meanwhile, steam the broccoli in the steamer basket of a large pot with a lid just until tender (7 to 9 minutes). Transfer the broccoli to a bowl. Bring dressing to a simmer, then cook, stirring, for one minute. Pour the hot dressing over the broccoli and sprinkle with bacon. Toss to combine.
