Buttered Brussels Sprouts

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Ingredients

  • 1 pint Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch nutmeg (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Remove outer leaves from sprouts, and trim. Halve the sprouts by cutting through the stem end.

Cook in lightly salted boiling water 7 to 8 minutes until just tender. Drain.

Melt butter in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add sprouts and toss to coat; season to taste with salt and pepper.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Carbohydrates: 6.5 grams
Net Carbs: 4.5 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Fat: 7.5 grams
Calories: 96