Sprouts with Water Chestnuts Recipe

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This tasty side dish has become a family favorite at Thanksgiving, as well as throughout the year. A creamy sauce and water chestnuts give the sprouts a nice lift. —Genelle Smith Hanover, Pennsylvania

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Sprouts with Water Chestnuts Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield: 9 Servings

15 15 30

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained

Directions

Place sprouts in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 9-11 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in water chestnuts. Transfer brussels sprouts to a serving dish; serve with water chestnut mixture. Yield: 9 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 86 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 7 mg cholesterol, 222 mg sodium, 14 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Sprouts with Water Chestnuts in Taste of Home October/November 2006, p41