Broccoli With Lemon Sauce (Another Version)

Ingredients

• 3 lbs broccoli spears, fresh
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 4 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 egg yolks, beaten
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon peel, grated

Directions

1. 1

   Place broccoli in a large saucepan; add 1 inch of water.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, heat broth and butter until butter is melted.

5. 5

   Combine cornstarch and water until smooth;.

6. 6

   Stir into broth mixture.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.

8. 8

   Remove from the heat.

9. 9

   Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly.

10. 10

    Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer.

11. 11

    Remove from heat.

12. 12

    Gently stir in lemon juice and peel.

13. 13

    Drain broccoli; serve with sauce.