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

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

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.