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In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until lightly crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving bacon grease in the pan.
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Add broccoli to pan. Sprinkle with salt. Using tongs, spread broccoli into an even layer (ideally a single layer). If the pan isn’t sizzling, increase your heat to medium-high.
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After about a minute, toss broccoli and let cook for another minute or two. When you see the color intensify, it’s almost go time.
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Get your lid ready. Add 1 Tbsp water to the pan and immediately cover with the lid. Let steam for 30 seconds or so (more, if the broccoli pieces are large).
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Check broccoli for doneness. If it’s easy to bite into (or pierce with a fork), but not yet mushy, they’re done.
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Remove from pan. Crumble or chop bacon into pieces and sprinkle over broccoli. Serve immediately.