BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CHESTNUTS

Brussels Sprouts With Chestnuts image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Time 50m

Yield 6 - 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 pounds brussels sprouts
1 pound chestnuts, peeled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 to 2 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

Prepare the sprouts by trimming the outer leaves and cutting a cross in the stem. Heat the butter in a heavy frying pan and add the chestnuts.
Pour in the stock, cover, and simmer slowly for 20 minutes or until tender. Add the sprouts and add more stock if necessary, barely to cover.
Replace the lid and cook for five to 10 minutes or until tender. Correct seasoning and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 203, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 510 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams