Buttered steamed broccoli

• 1 head broccolicut into florets
• 28 g unsalted butter
• ½ tsp kosher salt

1. 1

   Add about 4cm (1.5 inches) of water to the pot and set a steamer basket inside. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket, cover tightly, and steam until bright green and just tender when pierced with a knife, about 5-6 minutes. Don't walk too far — overcooked broccoli goes from brilliant to drab fast.

   Tip: Check at 5 minutes. The florets should be vivid green with a little resistance at the stem. If they turn army green, they've gone too far.

3. 3

   While the broccoli steams, melt the butter in the microwave in 15-second bursts or in a small pan over low heat.

4. 4

   Transfer the steamed broccoli to a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted butter over the top, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

• pot (4-liter (4-quart))
• steamer basket
• mixing bowl (large)

Per serving

Nutritional values are estimates only.