Steamed Broccoli. There are three fast methods to steaming: in a pan, with a steamer, or in a microwave. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer.

Super Easy and Quick delicious healthy side dish. Topped with a bit of parmesan it's the best way we've found to cook. Bring about an inch of water to a boil in the bottom of a pot, inside of which your steamer basket or insert fits. You can cook Steamed Broccoli using 1 ingredients and 7 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Steamed Broccoli

1. It's 1 head of Broccoli.

Don't be surprised if you make it everyday!

Steamed Broccoli instructions

1. Pare broccoli to florets of desired size..
2. Don't throw away the stem. It's tough on the outside, but the core is great, uniquely textured and quite flavorful..
3. To prepare the stem, carefully peel away the tough, stringy outer layer..
4. You can see clearly where the tough skin stops and the tender core begins..
5. Prepare your steamer. Arrange broccoli for cooking..
6. Cover, and cook to desired doneness. Watch out for hot steam, but don't be afraid to pull off the lid for a bit to get at a taste test..
7. Now wash your bowls!.