Nutty Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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Even my son will eat brussels sprouts when I make this side dish. I use pecans, but this English recipe is traditionally made with chestnuts.

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Nutty Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 4-6 Servings

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh or frozen brussels sprouts, thawed and halved
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Trim brussels sprouts and cut an x in the core of each. In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water, salt and brussels sprouts to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Sprinkle with pepper.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown. Add pecans; cook for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned. Add brussels sprouts; toss to coat. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 117 calories, 9 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 273 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Nutty Brussels Sprouts in Country December/January 2003, p49