Garlic Butter Broccoli & Mushrooms

🥦🍄 Garlic Butter Broccoli & Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Prepare the broccoli:
   Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli for 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the mushrooms:
   Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender.
3. Add garlic:
   Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 30–60 seconds, until fragrant.
4. Add broccoli:
   Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
5. Stir-fry:
   Toss everything together and cook for another 3–4 minutes, allowing the broccoli to become tender while keeping some bite.
6. Finish:
   Add lemon juice and fresh parsley. Toss well and cook for another 30 seconds.
7. Serve:
   Serve immediately while hot, with the buttery garlic sauce coating the broccoli and mushrooms.

🌿 Optional Additions

• Sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
• Add a little soy sauce for an Asian-inspired version.
• Add cooked chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal.
• For extra richness, finish with another small pat of butter.