A delightful and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender broccoli sautéed with garlic and butter, perfect for any meal.
Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into bite-sized florets.
Ensure the florets are of similar size for even cooking.
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
Use medium heat to prevent the butter from burning.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir continuously to avoid burning the garlic.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter.
Ensure all florets are evenly coated with the butter mixture.
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, and continue to sauté for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender yet crisp.
Stir occasionally to cook the broccoli evenly.
Serve the sautéed broccoli warm as a side dish.
Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.