Mixed Vegetables w/Sage (Misto di Verdure ala Salvia)

By stancec44

Very good and quick. When artichokes are unavailable, substitute high fiber immune boosters like broccoli, beets, spinach, sweet potatoes or mushrooms.

Ingredients

• 10 small brussels sprouts
• 2 artichokes, trimmed, quartered and cored
• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 4 tsp. (plus a little more) olive oil
• 12 fresh sage leaves (or a couple more) (cut them up a little if they are large)
• 4 tablespoons roughly chopped walnuts
• salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Bring a med. saucepan of salted water to boil. Add brussels, artichoke and carrot; boil for 5 minutes, then strain and pat dry with a paper towel. Halve Brussels.

In a med. skillet, heat oil and sage over med. heat for 1 minute. Add blanched veggies and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, add walnuts and stir to combine. Season with s&p and serve warm.