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Steamed Vegetables Perfectly




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


Yum. Yum. This is a fast and easy way to do it.

Servings: 4





List of Ingredients



• 4 oz. carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
  
• 4 oz. broccoli florets
  
• 4 oz. cauliflower florets
  
• 8 asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1" pieces
  
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  
• Parmesan cheese: for grating
  
• Extra virgin olive oil: for drizzling
  






Instructions



1. Place vegetables in a large microwave-safe bowl.
   
2. In a small bowl, whisk the baking soda into the warm water, until dissolved.
   
3. Poour the water and soda mixture over the vegetables and cover with plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid.
   
4. Microwave on high for 4-5 minutes until perfectly steamed, maintaining a slight crunch.
   
   Or for softer vegetables Microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes.
   
5. To serve: drain vegetables and place in a serving dish.
   
6. Season with salt and pepper.
   
7. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.