Broccoli with Bacon and Ranch Dressing
Broccoli can be an irresistible side dish, especially when paired with salty, smoky bacon! Try our quick and easy recipe for Broccoli with Bacon and Ranch dressing.
Broccoli with Bacon and Ranch Dressing
- 1 large clove of garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tb. apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- Matt’s Mix or Salt & Pepper to taste
- 3 large heads of broccoli, quartered lengthwise
- 1/2 lb. sliced Dearborn bacon
- 1/2 cup crumbled Maytag Blue Cheese
Method:
- In a bowl and whisk in the buttermilk, yogurt and cider vinegar. Whisk in the canola oil and season the ranch dressing generously with pepper.
- In a large, deep pot, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Set the broccoli in a steamer basket and steam until bright green and crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the broccoli to a plate and refrigerate until cool.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until it’s golden and crisp, about 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the bacon strips on plates and top with the broccoli wedges. Drizzle with the ranch dressing, top with the Maytag Blue Cheese and sprinkle with chives. Serve any extra dressing on the side.
