ORANGE BROCCOLI FLORETS

Orange Broccoli Florets image

This easy side dish is a regular menu item at Paula Kenny's home in New Hudson, Michigan. "The citrus flavor makes the broccoli seem special," she notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

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Ingredients

1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

Place broccoli and 1 in. of water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in orange juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in orange zest. Drain broccoli; add orange juice mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 38mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.