Pecan Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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Your family will eagerly eat their vegetables when you serve this dish. Crunchy pecans are a nice contrast to the tender brussels sprouts.

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Pecan Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

10 5 15

Ingredients

12 ounces fresh or frozen brussels sprouts (about 3 cups)
3 tablespoons water
1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

Trim bussels spouts and cut an x in the core of each. In a microwave-safe dish, combine the brussels sprouts and water. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until tender; drain. Add the pecans, butter, salt, pepper and nutmeg; toss to coat. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 274 calories, 25 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 227 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 5 g protein.

Originally published as Pecan Brussels Sprouts in Taste of Home Meals in Minutes Calendar Annual 2004, p3