Italian Steamed Vegetables Recipes

Steps:

• Bring vegetables and water to a boil in a large nonstick skillet. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Uncover; cook and stir until liquid is evaporated., Add the salad dressing, salt, basil and oregano. Cook and stir until heated through.

Steps:

• Make the Vegetables: Fill the stock pot with water and bring to a boil. Stir in the lemon juice and salt. Fill the pasta basket with the broccoli rabe, cauliflower, mushrooms, zucchini, and squash. Submerge in the boiling water and cook, covered for 2 minutes. Remove the basket and refresh the vegetables under cold running water.
• Transfer the vegetables to a bowl and mix with the pepper strips, artichokes, and olives.
• In a blender, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix on medium until completely blended. While the motor is running, slowly pour in the oils in a steady stream to make a smooth dressing.
• Pour the dressing over vegetables. Add the basil and toss well. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Arrange on a decorative platter garnished with fresh basil and lemon wedges.

Steps:

• Slice the squash into thin circles, chop the onion and orange pepper into large chunks. If carrots are baby carrots, slice them into small circles, if they are PETITE (very small) baby carrots, add them into the bag whole. Place all vegetables into a Ziplock (or equivalent) microwave steam bag. Pour Light Italian Dressing over vegeatbles. Seal bag and shake dressing around so all vegetables are lightly coated. Microwave 6-7 minutes. Let sit one minute. Pour onto your plate and enjoy. They are all crisp and seasoned to perfection!

Steps:

• Combine yolks, lemon juice, garlic, and pepper in a blender. With blender running, slowly drizzle in olive oil, and blend until an emulsion forms. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Place bowl of aïoli on platter. Surround with vegetables and eggs.
• • Raw eggs should not be used in food prepared for pregnant women, babies, young children, the elderly, or anyone whose health is compromised.

Steps:

• Set up your steamer inside your pot with 1 1/2" water in the bottom of the pot and heat over medium-high heat until water is boiling.
• Deposit vegetables with a light salting and garlic to taste; season salt may be used, to taste.
• Replace lid and steam until vegetables are tender, but not mushy. Fork will insert easily, but will not tear veggies apart, when done.
• Remove to a bowl and serve as is.