Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh brussels sprouts
- Salt to taste
- 4 to 8 tablespoons butter, as desired
- 2 or 3 crushed garlic cloves (or to taste)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon, or to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)
129 calories; 11 grams fat; 7 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 6 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 1 gram sugars; 2 grams protein; 30 milligrams cholesterol; 16 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
6 servings
Preparation
- Cook the brussels sprouts, uncovered, in water salted to taste until they are just tender, not soft. Drain, shock under cold water, drain again and set aside until needed.
- Melt the butter in a deep pot over low heat and saute the garlic briefly until soft but not browned. Stir in the lemon juice and set the mixture aside till needed.
- At the last minute, heat the butter-garlic-lemon mixture, add the brussels sprouts and toss gently until heated through. Add the grated cheese, toss lightly once again and serve
15 minutes
Dining and Cooking