Applebees Broccoli Recipe
Do you love the Applebees Broccoli Recipe? Many people do. It is fresh and tasty. It is the perfect side dish.
Equipment
- Large pot for steaming.
- Steamer basket insert.
- A sharp knife.
- A cutting board.
- Large mixing bowl
- Tongs for serving.
Ingredients
- 2 large heads of fresh broccoli.
- 2 tablespoons of salted butter.
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 2 tablespoons of water.
- 1 fresh lemon optional.
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli under cold water. Cut the heads into small florets.
- Fill your pot with one inch of water. Bring the water to a boil.
- Place florets in the steamer basket. Put the basket inside the pot.
- Cover the pot with a tight lid. Steam for about five minutes.
- Poke the broccoli with a fork. It should be tender but firm.
- Place broccoli in a bowl. Add butter, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
Notes
- Do not overcook the broccoli.
- It should stay bright green.
- Use fresh broccoli for the best crunch.
- Frozen broccoli can get too mushy.
- Add a squeeze of lemon for extra zing.
- This cuts through the rich butter.
- Use high-quality butter for better flavor.
- Make sure the florets are the same size.
- This helps them cook evenly.