Broccoli with Olives

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside.
2. 2
   Put the broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover, and steam until just tender, about 7 minutes.
3. 3
   Briefly plunge into the ice-water bath.
4. 4
   Drain; pat dry.
5. 5
   Heat 1/4 cup oil in a wide saute pan over medium heat.
6. 6
   Add half of the broccoli, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in half of the olives.
8. 8
   Cook until heated through.
9. 9
   Transfer to a serving dish; cover.
10. 10
    Repeat with the remaining oil, broccoli, salt, pepper, and olives.
11. 11
    Combine batches.
12. 12
    Serve immediately.