Broccoli With Garlic-Herb Butter

Submitted by Nimz_

"This is a recipe from my 2008 Weight Watchers cookbook that we really enjoyed. I altered it slightly for our taste. It's a nice way to enjoy broccoli without all the cheese sauce. It's got a nice bite to it too. Feel free to leave out the crushed red pepper flakes. The frozen steam bags of broccoli work well with this recipe."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 3-4

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons light butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 ounces frozen broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1⁄8 - 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

directions

1. Place butter in a small microwave safe dish.
2. Microwave on high for 30 seconds or until melted.
3. Stir in parsley, garlic, pepper and red pepper flakes.
4. Place broccoli florets in a large microwave safe bowl.
5. Add 2 tablespoons water, and cover with wax paper.
6. Microwave on High 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
7. Drain well.
8. Add butter mixture and salt to taste.
9. Toss gently to coat.

Reviews

[LifeIsGood]

This is a really great variation on broccoli. I really loved the garlic flavor! Also, the hint of spiciness was really nice. Thank you for posting! :)

 

[Ginny Sue]

Nice way to add some flavor to a broccoli side dish. In the future, I would use fresh broccoli instead of frozen.

 

[Boomette]

I steamed fresh broccoli and them stirred everything. We really enjoyed it. The garlic butter taste is great. Thanks Nimz :) Made for PAC spring 2011

 

[JackieOhNo!]

You couldn't ask for anything simpler! I used a combination of fresh broccoli and cauliflower, which I steamed in the microwave. The seasoned butter really enhanced the flavor just perfectly. It would be wonderful on a variety of vegetables, I'm sure. Thanks for sharing this time-saving recipe!

 

[mama smurf]

Fixed this as directed except that I used fresh broccoli that I steamed in the micro. This is a very easy and tasty dish. DH and I ate all of the broccoli and wished there was more. Served with Recipe#281775#281775 and garlic/ginger rice. Made for a wonderful meal. Thank you!