# Crispy Smashed Broccoli

Crispy, smashed broccoli baked with Parmesan cheese.

- Servings: 1 servings
- Total time: 30 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Side
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 3 broccoli crowns
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

## Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 420°F. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Add broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Sprinkle half the Parmesan cheese on the paper. Add broccoli florets, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan, and drizzle with oil mixture.
4. Using the bottom of a large cup or ramekin, firmly press down on the broccoli florets until smashed.
5. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is golden and crispy.

## Equipment

- large pot
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- small bowl
- large cup or ramekin

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT21Pjhqc/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/e02455bf-3b6d-4f30-89da-fe860402623b
- Extracted: 2025-01-15

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