Monday, April 29, 2013

Garlic Sauteed Broccolini


1 bunch broccolini, leaves stripped and ends cut
kosher salt
2 T. unsalted butter
1/2 lemon, zested
1 t. minced garlic
1 T. lemon juice
salt and freshly ground black pepper
  1. Blanch the broccolini in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes or just until tender crisp.
  2. Drain immediately and immerse in a bowl of ice water.
  3. Drain the broccolini and spread on paper towels to dry a bit. 
  4. Melt the butter in a large saute pan.
  5. Add the lemon zest and garlic and stir.
  6. Add the broccolini to the garlic mixture and heat for 2 minutes.
  7. Add the lemon juice, 1/2 t. salt and the pepper.
  8. Toss well before serving.