Broccoli Cauliflower With Garlic & Lemon (Italy) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This recipe, just slightly tweaked, was found in the 2005 cookbook, The Best Recipes in the World. Ingredients:
1/2 lb broccoli, trimmed & cut into bite-size pieces |
1/2 lb cauliflower, trimmed & cut into bit-size pieces |
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided |
1 tablespoon garlic, minced |
1 lemon, juice & zest of |
Directions:
1. In a steamer cook the broccoli & cauliflower for 8 minutes or until just tender, then drain & run under cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again & set aside.
2. Put 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the garlic & cook for 3 minutes, or until it is golden, stirring occasionally.
3. Add drained vegetables & turn heat to high, cooking & stirring only when necessary, until vegetables begin to brown.
4. Add lemon zest & cook another minute.
5. Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil & the lemon juice, then taste & adjust seasoning. Serve hot or at room temperature.
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