Italian Broccoli

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and trim broccoli.
2. 2
   Peel stems for about 1 inch from bottom; separate into small spears.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Put oil, onion and garlic in shallow baking dish large enough to hold broccoli in single layer.
5. 5
   Microwave uncovered at high 1 to 2 minutes, or until onion is tender.
6. 6
   Add broccoli in single layer, alternating stem and floweret ends.
7. 7
   Turn broccoli over to coat with oil.
8. 8
   Microwave, covered with vented plastic wrap, at high 3 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn broccoli over, rotate dish 1/2 turn.
10. 10
    Recover; microwave at high 2 to 3 minutes, or until broccoil is crisp-tender.
11. 11
    Season with pepper and lemon juice.