Brussels Sprouts with Apples |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This deliciously seasoned mixture of Brussels sprouts, apples, onions, water chestnuts, and raisins is a wonderful addition to holiday meals. Ingredients:
2 1/4 pounds fresh brussels sprouts, halved |
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
2 teaspoons salt, divided |
1/4 cup butter or margarine, divided |
1 medium onion, diced |
1/4 cup apple juice |
1 large red delicious apple, diced |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 teaspoon sugar |
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained |
1/2 cup golden raisins |
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper |
1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg |
Directions:
1. Bring brussels sprouts, lemon juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and water to cover to a boil in a saucepan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 to 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and keep warm.
2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and sauté 15 to 20 minutes or until caramel-colored. Add apple juice, and cook 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned particles.
3. Add apple, garlic, and sugar; cook, stirring constantly, 5 to 6 minutes or until apple is tender. Add water chestnuts, next 4 ingredients, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter; cook, stirring constantly, 3 to 4 minutes. Gently toss in brussels sprouts.
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