Cauliflower and Broccoli with Mustard, Chive and Lemon |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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The vegetables and sauce can be prepared in advance and chilled in separate containers until ready to use. When ready to use simply combine them in a pot and heat them until serving temperature, or use your microwave. Very, very easy. Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, room temperature |
2 tablespoons dijon mustard |
1 tablespoon grated lemon, rind of |
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives |
1 1/2 lbs cauliflower, trimmed and cut into florets |
2 1/2 lbs broccoli, stems trimmed,cut into florets |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, for garnish |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the butter, mustard and lemon peel. 2. Mix in the 1/3 cup chives. 3. Season and set aside. 4. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook cauliflower 2 minutes. 5. Add broccoli and cook about 3 minutes longer, until crisp tender. 6. Drain. 7. Return to the pot and toss with the mustard/butter sauce. 8. Season, sprinkle with additional chives and serve. |
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