Broccoli with Herb Butter

By KennyB07

Ingredients

• 1 stick butter, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 2 small cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• Pinch of cayenne
• 2 pounds broccoli, cut lengthwise into long stalks

Preparation

Step 1

Preparation

In a medium bowl, mix the butter, parsley, garlic, basil, thyme and cayenne; season the herb butter with salt and pepper.

In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add the broccoli. Steam until crisp- tender, about 3 minutes; transfer to a bowl. Toss with the herb butter; season.