How to steam veggies

Fill a saucepan with water, ensuring the water level is below where the steamer basket or colander will sit. Bring the water to a boil.

Place a steamer basket or metal colander/strainer into the saucepan, making sure it does not touch the boiling water.

Add the cut cauliflower to the steamer basket. Cover the saucepan with a lid and steam the cauliflower for 3 minutes.

Carefully remove the lid, be careful of the steam that will escape to avoid burns. Add the cut broccoli to the steamer basket.

Replace the lid and continue steaming for another 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in colour.

Safety tips:

• Be cautious when removing the lid, as hot steam can cause burns. Open the lid away from you.
• Use oven mitts to handle the hot lid and steamer basket.
• Ensure the water level is not too high to prevent it from boiling over the top of the saucepan or touching the steamer basket or metal colander/strainer.
• Keep an eye on the water level to ensure it doesn’t evaporate completely during steaming.