Basic braised brussels sprouts
4 servings
Ingredients
Quantity | Ingredient | |
---|---|---|
1 | pounds | Small firm bright green |
Brussels sprouts, rinsed | ||
Stem ends and discolored | ||
Variation for Brussels Sprouts Braised in Cream | ||
Leaves removed | ||
½ | teaspoon | Salt |
Directions
Bring sprouts, « cup water and salt to boil in 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Lower heat, cover and simmer, shaking pan once or twice, until knife tip inserted into brussels sprout center meets no resistance, 8-10 minutes. Drain well and serve or continue with another recipe.
Follow recipe for Basic Braised Brussels Sprouts. substituting 1 cup whipping cream for « cup water. Increase cooking time to 10-12 minutes. Season with a pinch of grated nutmeg and ground black pepper. Serve without draining. Cook's Illustrated
Dec 1995
Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 11-05-95