Brussels Sprouts With Sesame Seeds

• 1 pound fresh brussels sprouts
• Salt to taste if desired
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1. Trim off the end of each brussels sprout.
2. Using a sharp, small knife, cut a cross about 1/2-inch deep in the base of each sprout.
3. Put the sprouts in a saucepan and add cold water to cover and salt.
4. Bring to a boil and cook 10 minutes until tender.
5. Drain.
6. Add the butter and stir until melted.
7. Put the sesame seeds in a skillet and cook, shaking the skillet and stirring, until seeds are lightly toasted.
8. Add the Brussels sprouts and sprinkle with cumin.
9. Toss to blend and serve.

brussels sprouts, salt, butter, sesame seeds, ground cumin

Taken from cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1526 (may not work)