How do you steam vegetables?

[SpaceAce]

How do you steam vegetables? Do you buy a strainer and put in a regular pot? How long do you have to steam them?

Wanting to eat healthy - thanks!

 

[fofinia]

Hi! I just put my veggies in the pot and add about 1/2 inch of water. Cover, get the water boiling and then turn it down to simmer. So the veggies on the bottom are actually in the water. I try to put the tougher veggies down there. Like the stalks on broccoli or brussel sprouts. I never remember to take the strainer thing out of the cabinet.

Just don't forget about them like I do! I've boiled away my water tons of time and had really bad smelling burned veggies!!

 

[lovinaz]

I have a really cool steamer that goes in the microwave. It is from Tupperware. You put the water on the bottom, then the top, strainer part has the veggies in it, so they are not touching the water. Put the top on and experiment with how long it takes for the different vegetables. It's really quick and simple, I wouldn't be able to live without it and would highly recommend it.

 

[Not so Dumbo]

I have the microcooker from pampered chef. I add a tablespoon of water and place it in the microwave until they are tender.

 

[Seahunt]

I have a Black & Decker Handy Steamer that I love

It steams vegetables perfectly and also comes with a rice bowl if you want to make rice in it. I think they're about $25, but eBay has some less expensive...