CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI WITH FRESH HERB BUTTER

Cauliflower and Broccoli with Fresh Herb Butter image

A bit of grated lemon peel and a sprinkling of fresh herbs brighten flavors in this pretty combo of fall vegetables.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons finely sliced fresh chives
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh cauliflower florets (about 1 lb)
3 cups fresh broccoli florets (7 oz)

Steps:

In 4-quart saucepan, heat 2 quarts water to boiling over high heat. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together butter, chives, thyme, lemon peel, salt and pepper until blended; set aside.
Add cauliflower to boiling water in saucepan; cook 2 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain; return to saucepan.
Add butter mixture to vegetables in saucepan; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g