BROCCOLI WITH MUSTARD SAUCE

4 cups fresh broccoli spears (may use frozen)

1/2 cup water

1/2 tsp salt, optional

1 tbsp butter (unsalted if you use the salt above, salted if you don't)

1 tbsp white whole wheat flour

1/2 cup + 2 tbsp low-fat milk

1 1/2 tsp prepared mustard

1/4 tsp dill

In a large saucepan, bring the broccoli, water and half the butter (if using) to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 to 8 minutes or until crisp tender. Drain and keep warm.

To make the sauce, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir flour into the butter until smooth. Gradually stir milk into the butter mixture and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring, for a couple minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in mustard, dill, and remaining salt, if using. Drizzle sauce over the broccoli.

Yield: 4 servings

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