spread the vegetables out, and let them sit for about 2 minutes so the bottom browns. (watch carefully if you use butter, which burns more easily than the others.) after about 2 minutes, stir them well, then do the same again. repeat a third time, then lower the light under the pan. check to see how close they are to being cooked to your taste – you probably just need a few more minutes until done.
and there you have it. once the vegetables are in the pan, you can give your attention to the rest of your dinner, with just the quick stirring. if you need to hold them for 