Broccoli
Almondine Broccoli
Almondine Use same recipe for green beans.
Makes 4 to 6 (side dish) servings
1 1/2 pounds broccoli, stems peeled, then head cut into 2-inch-wide spears
1/2 stick unsalted butter or use less
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Cook broccoli in a steamer rack over boiling water in a large wide pot, covered, until stems are just tender when pierced with a knife, 8 to 12 minutes. Remove steamer from pot and discard cooking water. Cool broccoli 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat butter in pot over medium heat until foam subsides,
then cook almonds, stirring, until butter and nuts are golden and have a nutty
aroma, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add broccoli
and toss.
Source: Gourmet December 2007 by Melissa Roberts
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/240949