Lemon-Pepper Broccoli

1 lb. fresh broccoli
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup milk
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
2 Tbsp lemon juice
salt to taste
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Trim large leaves and tough ends from broccoli and separate into spears. Steam for 8-10 minutes or until cooked to desired level of tenderness and transfer to serving platter.

While broccoli is steaming, make sauce by combining mayonnaise, milk salt and pepper in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thoroughly heated but DO NOT BOIL.

Remove from heat and immediately add lemon juice, salt and pepper.