Sauteed Vegetable Medley

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   In a medium saute pan, heat the butter and water together over medium heat.

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   Add the vegetables to the pan and turn the heat to medium high.

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   Toss the vegetables, by gently moving the pan back and forth over the flame.

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   Cook the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through.

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   Season with salt and pepper.

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   Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

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   To blanch and refresh vegetables:

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it generously.

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   Fill a large bowl with ice water, and put a colander or strainer in it.

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    Add the vegetable to the boiling water and cook, uncovered, until crisp tender, or the desired degree of doneness.

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    Scoop the vegetable from the water and immediately put them in the ice water, to stop the cooking and set their color.

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    Cool and drain, and use as desired.

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    When blanching a mix of vegetables, don't cook them together since they may not all cook at the same time.

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    Start with the lightest colored or mildest flavored vegetable, and blanch and refresh each vegetable, one after the other, until cooked as desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.