NUTTY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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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.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

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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

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.