The words condescending and patronizing present a fine example of this. At first glance these words appear to be defined somewhat circularly: condescending often has the word patronizing in its definition, and patronize is defined, in part, as âto adopt an air of condescension toward.â.
Cooking Method #2: Steaming in the Microwave. Place the broccoli florets and stems in a microwave-safe dish and pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of water over top. Cover with a dinner plate and microwave on HIGH for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the lid carefully and check if the broccoli is tender. Microwave in additional 1-minute bursts if necessary.
Steaming Broccoli on the Stove. 1  1. Fill a pot with about an inch of water. You will be using this pot to steam the broccoli, so make sure that it is large enough to hold the broccoli and the steamer pot. 2  2. Place a steamer basket inside the pot. The bottom of the basket should not be touching the water. 3  3. Bring the water to a simmer.