QUICK BROCCOLI WITH ORANGE SAUCE

Quick Broccoli with Orange Sauce image

As a busy working mother, I was looking for a good broccoli recipe that didn't take very long to make. This one, adapted from an old cookbook, can be whipped up in a hurry. I think you'll find it complements the rest of my favorite meal. -Edie DeSpain Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 packages (10 ounce each) frozen broccoli spears
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

Cook broccoli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in cornstarch until smooth. Gradually stir in orange juice; add orange zest. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain broccoli; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.