Definition of 'patronizing'. patronizing (pÃ¦trÉnaÉªzÉªÅ , US peÉªt- ) If someone is patronizing, they speak or behave towards you in a way that seems friendly, but which shows that they think they are superior to you. The tone of the interview was unnecessarily patronizing . ...his patronising attitude to the homeless.
2 Bring steamer water to a boil: Place 3/4 to 1 inch of water in a saucepan with a steamer and bring to a boil. 3 Add broccoli, steam 5 to 6 min: Add the broccoli to the steamer and cover; reduce heat to medium and let cook for 5-6 minutes. The broccoli is done when you can pierce it with a fork. As soon as it is pierce-able, remove from heat, place in serving dish.
Preparation. Preheat oven to 350Â°F. Mist a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Steam broccoli until crisp-tender, 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water. Mix soup, eggs, mayonnaise, cheese, butter and pepper in a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and combined. Drain broccoli; spread evenly in baking dish. Pour cheese mixture on top. Sprinkle with crackers. Bake for 30 minutes.