Lemon-Butter Broccoli Spears

Ingredients

• 1 bunch broccoli (aobut 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. 1

   Cut the broccoli into spears discarding the thick end.

2. 2

   Steam or cook the broccoli till tender; remove.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a large non-stick fry pan over med-high heat.

4. 4

   When butter foams, add the lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add the broccoli, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; cook tossing for 1-2 minutes till broccoli is well-coated.

6. 6

   NOTE: For a quick method, use 2 (10-ounce) boxes for frozen broccoli cooked according to directions on box; then follow the above recipe.