Lemon Butter Broccoli Spears
Posted by Solitary Dancer on February 24, 2008
Lemon Butter Broccoli Spears
by: Mimi in Maine
Ingredients
1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
5 teaspoons unsalted butter (I use regular butter and omit the salt)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper
Directions
1. Cut the broccoli into spears discarding the thick end.
2. Steam or cook the broccoli till tender; remove.
3. Melt the butter in a large non-stick fry pan over med-high heat.
4. When butter foams, add the lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds.
5. Add the broccoli, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; cook tossing for 1-2 minutes till broccoli is well-coated.
NOTE: For a quick method, use 2 (10-ounce) boxes for frozen broccoli cooked according to directions on box; then follow the above recipe.
