Buttery Lemon Broccolini

By LaLaCooks

Ingredients

• 4 quarts water
• 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 4 (6-ounce) packages Broccolini
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring 4 quarts water to a boil in a large saucepan; add 2 teaspoons salt. Cook Broccolini in batches for 5 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon. Drain.

2. Combine butter, rind, and juice, stirring with a fork until well blended. Return Broccolini to pan over medium-high heat; stir in butter mixture, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper, tossing gently to coat.