Cuisinart Universal Steamer Great Gift to Encourage Healthier Eating

The Cuisinart Universal Steamer is the one of the most versatile steamer around. The stainless steel universal steamer fits 2, 3, and 4 quart saucepans making it so simple to steam vegetables in portions for either one person or the entire family.

The gift of a vegetable steamer adds a valuable cooking tool to the kitchen. The Cuisinart steamer will help you steam vegetables perfectly.

The Cuisinart®MultiClad Pro Stainless Cookware piece is composed of 18/10 stainless steel for unsurpassed durability and performance. Cuisinart guarantees it with a limited lifetime warranty.

The steamer features a drip-free pouring rim. The tight fitting cover seals in moisture and nutrients for healthier, more flavorful results. The steamer is dishwasher safe.

Try out the new vegetable steamer using the following recipe. It is great served with salmon or chicken.

Steamed Vegetable Medley
Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 2

Ingredients:

* 1 cup thinly sliced carrot
* 2 cups chopped collard greens, stems removed
* 1 medium onion, sliced thick
* 1 cup cubed zucchini

Mediterranean Dressing
* extra virgin olive oil to taste
* 1 medium clove garlic, pressed
* 1 TBS fresh lemon juice
* salt and cracked black pepper to taste
* *optional 1 tsp soy sauce

Directions:

1. Chop onion and press garlic and let sit for 5-10 minutes to enhance their health-promoting benefits.

2. Bring lightly salted water to a boil in a steamer with a tight fitting lid. Add carrots and onions. Cover, and steam for 3 minutes. Add collard greens, and steam for another 3 minutes. Then add zucchini and steam for another 3 minutes.

3. Remove vegetables from steamer and place in bowl. Toss with dressing ingredients.