Instructions

1. Steaming frozen vegetables is as easy as steaming fresh vegetables, it just takes less time to do it. To start, you'll need either a kitchen stove or a microwave.

2. Microwave users. Fill the bottom part of the microwave steamer with a few tablespoons of water. The more ice on the vegetables, the less water you need. Place as many vegetables as you can (but leave some room for air) on the platform that rests above the bottom part, which should be full of holes to allow the water vapor to rise and steam the vegetables.

3. Microwave users. Cover your steamer with the lid and make sure it's secure. Stick it in the microwave and heat for about 5 to 6 minutes, or less if you have a particularly large microwave. If the vegetables are still cold, heat for another minute or two.

4. Stove users: Fill the pot about halfway through with water. Place or attach your pasta draining basket inside the pot. The water should not touch the vegetables.

5. Stove users. Add the vegetables to the basket and place the pot lid or a large plate on the basket. Turn on the stove. The water from the pot will evaporate and steam the vegetables and the lid or plate will ensure less steam escapes. Allow them to steam for roughly 7 minutes, or as long as necessary to cook them thoroughly.