Southern Broccoli

Name: Southern Broccoli
Ingredients: 3 pounds fresh broccoli; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon water; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Lemon rind curls (optional)

6 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

3 pounds fresh broccoli
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Lemon rind curls (optional)

Directions

1

Trim off large leaves of broccoli. Remove tough ends of lower stalks, and wash broccoli thoroughly. Separate into spears; coarsely chop stalks and flowerets.
2

Heat shortening in a heavy skillet. Add broccoli, water, and salt; stir well. Cover, and cook over medium heat 13 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Garnish with lemon rind curls, if desired.