MUSHROOM BROCCOLI MEDLEY

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This side dish has a wonderful blend of flavors that goes great with any entree. The colorful combination looks festive during the holidays. -Edie Draper, Pensacola Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

6 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fresh broccoli florets

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute mushrooms and onions in the drippings for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add broth, salt if desired and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring broccoli and 1 in. of water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Add broccoli and bacon to mushroom mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.