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.
Directions. Place broccoli in a steamer basket set inside a pot of boiling water. Steam, covered, until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a serving bowl and toss with remaining ingredients.