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Semi-Steamed Broccoli is for Dinner.

Semi-Steamed Broccoli takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Semi-Steamed Broccoli takes 10 minutes to cook.

Semi-Steamed Broccoli makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Semi-Steamed Broccoli are:

1 head of broccoli, with the stem
1 tablespoon of butter
salt and pepper to taste
water

Here is how you make Semi-Steamed Broccoli:

First, trim the florets from the stem of the broccoli.Next, using a mandolin or v-slicer, slice the stem of the broccoli into 1/4 inch thick slices.Arrange the stems at the bottom of a sauce pan and add water just enough to barely cover the stems, usually 1/4 to 1/2 a cup.Add the butter to the water and then add the florets on top.Cook over medium-high heat until broccoli is done, about 5 to 10 minutes.Serve, using the cooking water with butter as a sauce. Season as desired with salt and pepper.Broccoli florets should be dark green and retain some firmness to them when bitten. Do not over cook as this will damage the flavor and may discolor the vegetables.Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user WHOLENEWME79.

The nutritional information for Semi-Steamed Broccoli is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 68.0

• Total Fat: 3.4 g
• Cholesterol: 7.6 mg
• Sodium: 100.2 mg
• Total Carbs: 8.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4.6 g
• Protein: 4.6 g

The dietary needs meet for Semi-Steamed Broccoli is Vegetarian