Instructions: Arrange broccoli in steamer basket. Sprinkle with lemon rind and garlic.

Place steamer basket over base of steamer with water as recommended in manufacturers directions, or over pan of boiling water.

Cover and steam for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender-crisp and still bright green. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve immediately, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Serving size: 1/4 recipe.

Comments: Steaming vegetables brings out their true flavor, and, happily, no added fat is necessary for the cooking process. All vegetables lend themselves to this method of cooking. Using an automatic electrical steamer certainly helps control the steaming time and takes the guesswork out of the job.

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