Steamed Broccoli

Name: Steamed Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears; 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1 cup thinly sliced celery; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

I first tried this sunny side dish because it seemed to be a fresh, nutritious and easy combination. Now it's the only way my husband will eat broccoli. I love to pair it with grilled meat on hot days.

Ingredients

1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup thinly sliced celery
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Place broccoli in a steamer basket. Place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add the lemon peel and juice, salt, pepper and broccoli; heat through.