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Broccoli Boutonnieres and Buttons (recipes)


Broccoli Boutonnieres and Buttons

Yield: Makes 6 servings



Ingredients:



1large bunch fresh broccoli (about 1-1/2 pounds)

1tablespoon cornstarch

2teaspoons lemon juice

1cup water

1teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules

White pepper

Lemon wedges and mizuna greens (optional)









Preparation:





1.Trim leaves from broccoli stalks. Cut broccoli into florets. Peel stems, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces to make "buttons."2.Place steamer basket in large saucepan; add 1 inch of water. (Water should not touch bottom of basket.) Place buttons in steamer; top with florets. Cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Steam 4 to 6 minutes or until bright green and crisp-tender, adding more water if necessary.3.Meanwhile, combine cornstarch and lemon juice in small saucepan. Stir in water and bouillon. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and begins to boil, stirring constantly.4.Arrange buttons around edge of warm serving plate. Place florets in center. Drizzle with sauce; season with pepper to taste. Garnish with lemon wedges and mizuna greens.









Nutritional Information:







Serving Size: 3/4 cup florets, 1/4 cup "buttons" with 3 tablespoons sauce







Fiber

3 g







Carbohydrate

6 g







Saturated Fat









Total Fat









Calories from Fat

7 %







Calories

34







Protein

3 g







Sodium

198 mg









Dietary Exchange:







Vegetable

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