Lemon-Scented Broccoli Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1-1/2 tsp butter
1 medium bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into spears
1 tbsp sugar
2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 to 4 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp grated lemon peel
1/4 tsp pepper

Directions:

In a small skillet, saute pecans in butter until golden brown; set aside. Place broccoli in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, broth and lemon juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the lemon peel and pepper. Drain broccoli and place in a serving bowl; top with lemon sauce and pecans. Yield: 6 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	104.39 Kcal (437 kJ)
Calories from fat	74.3 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.26g	13%
Cholesterol	2.54mg	1%
Sodium	80.2mg	3%
Potassium	188.42mg	4%
Total Carbs	6.72g	2%
Sugars	2.49g	10%
Dietary Fiber	2.38g	10%
Protein	2.43g	5%
Vitamin C	38.1mg	63%
Iron	0.8mg	4%
Calcium	29.5mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	114.99 Kcal (481 kJ)
Calories from fat	81.85 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.09g	13%
Cholesterol	2.8mg	1%
Sodium	88.35mg	3%
Potassium	207.56mg	4%
Total Carbs	7.4g	2%
Sugars	2.75g	10%
Dietary Fiber	2.62g	10%
Protein	2.68g	5%
Vitamin C	41.9mg	63%
Iron	0.9mg	4%
Calcium	32.5mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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