1small head of broccoliabout 2 cups broccoli florets stem sliced thin and included if desired
½poundasparagus trimmed and cut into 2″ pieces
1teaspoonolive oil
1tablespoonbutter
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2tablespoonsparmesan finely grated
1tablespoonfresh lemon juiceOPTIONAL
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the oil. Add the vegetables and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the skillet and cover with a lid for 2-3 minutes to partially steam the vegetables.
Uncover and continue cooking, tossing constantly, for about 4-6 more minutes. You want the vegetables to turn bright green and stay fairly crisp while barely softening from the heat.
Add the butter to the bottom of the skillet and toss quickly to coat the pieces. Remove from the heat and sprinkle generously with Parmesan and drizzle with lemon juice, if desired, before serving.