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Southern Broccoli
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
3 pounds fresh broccoli
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
lemon rind curls (optional)
Directions:
1. Trim off large leaves of broccoli. Remove tough ends of lower stalks, and wash broccoli thoroughly. Separate into spears; coarsely chop stalks and flowerets.
2. Heat shortening in a heavy skillet. Add broccoli, water, and salt; stir well. Cover, and cook over medium heat 13 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Garnish with lemon rind curls, if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com