Purchase pre-cut vegetables or prepare them in advance. Don't forget to buy local produce! Older children who know how to safely use a knife can help with this.
Pour the water over the vegetables. It needs to be approximately 1/2 inch deep in the saucepan. Add salt and pepper. Cover.
Turn the burner on high until steam starts to escape. Turn off the heat and allow the veggies to remain in the saucepan with the cover on for 5 more minutes.
Carefully remove the cover for a colorful vegetable medley the whole family will enjoy.