Can you blanch vegetables in your food steamer?

I am not a professional cook. Spray steamer basket with a spray oil before using it. When steaming vegetables, simply wash them under running water, peel if needed & remove any bad spots, then cut into small chunks. Add water to the pot to just reach the bottom of the basket. Watch and make sure the water does not dissipate completely. Place the prepared vegetables in the steamer basket taking care not to put so many in that the lid can't be used. Cover with lid, and bring to a boil. Turn heat down to med-low and steam until vegetables are the degree of doneness that you enjoy. Remove from pot & add seasoning.