Butter Steamed Broccoli With Peppery Bread Crumbs Recipes

BUTTER STEAMED BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Cut the broccoli into florets, discarding stems or reserving for another use.
• Combine the florets with butter, soy sauce and 1/4 inch water in a skillet large enough to hold the florets in a single layer.
• Bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes.
• Remove cover and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, 1 -3 minutes longer.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Stir florets to coat with sauce and serve.

SOFT BUTTERED BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Set up a steamer basket in a 3-quart saucepan. Add enough water to come up to the bottom of the basket. Bring the water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets to the basket, cover and cook until the broccoli is soft and nearly falling apart but still holds its shape, about 15 minutes.
• Transfer the broccoli to a large bowl. Add the butter and gently toss; season with salt and pepper.

STEAMED BROCCOLI WITH BUTTER

Steps:

• Trim bottom inch off broccoli stalks and discard. Cut each stalk crosswise into 3 pieces.
• Cut topmost piece of each stalk into small flowerets. Cut remaining pieces into fine julienne. Put all into cold water for at least 1/2 hour to refresh them.
• Bring suitably large steamer of water to boil, add all broccoli and steam, covered, for 5 minutes, tossing from top to bottom a few times.
• When just barely tender, remove to collander, spray liberally with cold water and drain.
• When ready to serve, melt butter in skillet and toss broccoli with salt and pepper to taste, until heated through.

BUTTER-STEAMED BROCCOLI WITH PEPPERY BREAD CRUMBS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spread bread crumbs on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until golden, about 10 minutes, turning pan and stirring crumbs occasionally to ensure even browning. Remove from oven and transfer crumbs to a bowl. Stir in black pepper and salt to taste. Set aside at room temperature.
• Cut off thick stems of broccoli and save for another purpose, such as soup. Cut broccoli tops into 3-inch-long spears of approximately equal size.
• Put a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt butter, add broccoli spears and season with salt. Add 1 cup water, turn heat to high and cover skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Cook rapidly until firm-tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes. The broccoli should absorb all the butter and water. (If there is any buttery liquid left, spoon over broccoli just before serving.)
• Transfer broccoli to a serving platter or a large wide shallow bowl. Sprinkle generously with peppery crumbs. Using a vegetable peeler, shave Parmesan into rough shards and scatter over the top.

BROCCOLI WITH BROWNED BUTTERED BREAD CRUMBS

Steps:

• 1. Steam the broccoli florets, to your preferred tenderness.
• 2. While the broccoli is cooking, prepare the bread crumb topping.
• 3. Melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, and cook for one minute.
• 4. Next add the bread crumbs, stirring until the crumbs are golden brown, about three minutes or so. Remove from heat.
• 5. Place steamed broccoli in a serving bowl, dot with butter, and top with bread crumb mixture.
• 6. So quick and easy, you are ready to serve!

STEAMED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND BREAD CRUMBS

Steps:

• Steam the broccoli, until cooked (6 - 7 minutes).
• Bread Crumbs: Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add bread crumbs, oregano, salt and pepper and cook, stirring until the crumbs are toasted and golden brown, about 2 minutes.
• Put the broccoli in a dish, and sprinkle with the bread crumbs.