Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) frozen broccoli florets
  • 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Steam the frozen broccoli: Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Place broccoli florets in a steamer basket over the pot. Steam for about 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Fold the steamed broccoli into the sauce until well-coated.
  5. Transfer the broccoli mixture to a greased baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with olive oil and Italian herbs (if using) until evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the broccoli and sauce evenly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown on top and bubbling around the edges.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.