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Ingredients
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¼ cup butter or margarine
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¼ cup water
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1 lemon, juiced
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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salt and pepper to taste
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1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets
Directions
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In a large skillet, combine the butter, water, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the broccoli to the pan, stir to coat, and cover with a lid. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring once, until broccoli is tender but still bright green. Serve warm, or refrigerate and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
137 | Calories |
12g | Fat |
8g | Carbs |
4g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 137 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 12g | 15% |
Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
Cholesterol 31mg | 10% |
Sodium 110mg | 5% |
Total Carbohydrate 8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 17% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 4g | 7% |
Vitamin C 85mg | 94% |
Calcium 84mg | 6% |
Iron 1mg | 6% |
Potassium 285mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.