Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts
A luxurious side dish combining tender Brussels sprouts with buttery chestnuts in a rich cream sauce. Perfect for holiday meals or special occasions.
6 servings
15 min
Ingredients
- •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •¾ teaspoon salt
- •½ teaspoon black pepper
- •1¼ cups water
- •2 lb Brussels sprouts
- •1 cup heavy cream
- •⅔ cup roasted chestnuts
- •coarsely crumbled
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Bring butter, salt, pepper, and 1 cup water to a boil over high heat in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet, then add Brussels sprouts and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove lid and boil over moderately high heat until water is evaporated and sprouts are lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cream and remaining 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil, stirring. Add chestnuts, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
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