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Steamed vegetables are a nutritious and quick choice for any dinner table. There are several methods to choose from, and you don't need any fancy kitchen equipment to get the job done. To get going on tonight's delicious, nutritious, colorful dinner, you'll need a steamer, covered pan, or microwaveable bowl. | Steamed vegetables are a nutritious and quick choice for any dinner table. There are several methods to choose from, and you don't need any fancy kitchen equipment to get the job done. To get going on tonight's delicious, nutritious, colorful dinner, you'll need a steamer, covered pan, or microwaveable bowl. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Vegetables & Equipment=== | ===Vegetables & Equipment=== | ||
| − | #Pick your vegetables. Though technically all vegetables can be steamed (what can't be?), certain vegetables steam better than others do, and all steam at different rates. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, asparagus, artichokes, and green beans will all turn out nicely and are standard steaming fare.<ref>http://www.foodnetwork.com/healthy-eating/healthy-how-to-steaming-veggies/index.html</ref> But if you want to get creative, throw in some potatoes or radishes, too! Here's a brief rundown on steaming times: | + | #Pick your vegetables. Though technically all vegetables can be steamed (what can't be?), certain vegetables steam better than others do, and all steam at different rates. Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, asparagus, artichokes, and green beans will all turn out nicely and are standard steaming fare.<ref name="rf15708">http://www.foodnetwork.com/healthy-eating/healthy-how-to-steaming-veggies/index.html</ref> But if you want to get creative, throw in some potatoes or radishes, too! Here's a brief rundown on steaming times: |
#*Asparagus: 5 to 8 minutes | #*Asparagus: 5 to 8 minutes | ||
#*Broccoli: stalks for 7 minutes, florets for 5 | #*Broccoli: stalks for 7 minutes, florets for 5 | ||
