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Brussels Sprouts With Glazed Pecans

The Washington Post, November 14, 2007
  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Side Dish
  • Features: Holiday (Thanksgiving), Make-Ahead Recipes

Summary:

The blend of sweet, salty and bitter flavors in this dish may convert even those who do not like Brussels sprouts. For ease, use store-bought glazed pecans.

MAKE AHEAD: The sprouts can be prepped several hours ahead; loosely wrap them in paper towels and refrigerate in a resealable plastic food storage bag.

8 to 10 servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 3/4 cup store-bought glazed pecans, coarsely chopped

Directions:

Use a mandoline or large chef's knife to cut the Brussels sprouts into thin slices; toss them in a large bowl to separate the layers.

Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until the foam subsides, then add the sprouts, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the sprouts have wilted. Add the cider vinegar and cook for 1 minute, stirring, then add the glazed pecan pieces and cook for 1 minute. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from a 2003 Gourmet magazine recipe.

Tested by Jane Black for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Per serving (based on 10)
Calories: 133
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: 11g 17
Saturated Fat: 4g 20
Cholesterol: 12mg 4
Sodium: 196mg8
Total Carbohydrates: 9g 3
Dietary Fiber: 4g 16
Sugar: n/a
Protein: 4g
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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