Lemon & Garlic Broccoli

[culinomancy]

Ingredients:
1 Lb broccoli, separated into florets
2 Tsp lemon juice
2 Tbs water
3 Tbs butter
2 cloves minced garlic (2 tsp)
salt to taste
1 tsp pepper
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Steam:
Place broccoli florets in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir 2 teaspoons lemon juice into water in a small bowl and pour the mixture into the skillet. Cover and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Sautée garlic & lemon butter:
While broccoli is steaming, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in garlic and salt; turn heat to low and let the garlic gently fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes.

Mix and serve:
Drain water from cooked broccoli and return to skillet; sprinkle with 2 more teaspoons lemon juice and the butter and garlic mixture. Sprinkle broccoli with black pepper, toss to combine, and season with a bit more pepper if desired.
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