Steamed Broccoli with Chile Lime Butter

Steamed broccoli shown with Black Bean Enchiladas, Easy Taco Casserole, and Potato Dippers.

This delicious sauce makes broccoli the perfect side dish for a Mexican meal!
This recipe comes from Make it Easy Mexican from Pillsbury (January 1998)

Steamed Broccoli with Chile Lime Butter

2 Tbsp butter
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tsp finely grated lime peel
1 tsp finely chopped serrano or jalapeno chile (I usually skip this)
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
2 cups cut-up fresh broccoli

1.  Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat.  Add garlic, cook and stir about 20 seconds.  Add lime peel, chile and lime juice, mix well.  Set aside.

2.  Place steamer basket in large saucepan.  Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil.  Add broccoli to basket and cook 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.

3.  To serve, place vegetable in serving bowl.  Add butter mixture and toss gently to coat.

Mexican Fiesta Menu!

Easy Taco Casserole

Black Bean Enchiladas

Chili Potato Dippers with Cheddar Jalapeno Dip

Mini Corn Muffins with Chile Spread