Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter, Hazelnuts and Sage
FROM
Market-Inspired Holiday Menu by Mona J.
Recipe adapted from the Joy of Cooking
Serves 8-12
INGREDIENTS
6 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
Chopped sage
Chopped garlic
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
METHOD
Heat butter and hazelnuts in a skillet over low heat until the butter begins to brown and take on a nutty smell.
Add garlic and sage and swirl pan until garlic and sage are fragrant and garlic is slightly translucent, about 1 minute.
In a steamer set over boiling water steam the Brussels sprouts, covered, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until they are just tender.
Add Brussels sprouts to pan with brown butter, season with salt and pepper and toss over low heat until combined.