Brussels Sprouts With Chestnuts Recipe
- 2 c. peeled chestnuts, parboiled and peeled (see Note)
- 1 c. chicken broth
- 4 Tbsp. butter, divided use
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts Salt and freshly grnd pepper
- Braise chestnuts by bringing 1 c. of chicken broth and 2 Tbsp.
- of butter to a boil in a saucepan with the chestnuts.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 min or possibly till chestnuts are tender but not mushy.
- Trim and wash Brussels sprouts and steam or possibly blanch till tender.
- Heat remaining butter in a large saucepan, add in sprouts and chestnuts, and heat through.
- Season with salt and freshly grnd pepper.
- Note: To peel chestnuts, cut an X in the flat side of each one, being sure to pierce the inner skin as well as the shell.
- Boil in large pot of salted water 5 - 10 min.
- Keep in hot water while peeling.
- Peel away outer shells and inner skin, using a small paring knife if necessary.
chestnuts, chicken broth, butter, brussels
Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/brussels-sprouts-with-chestnuts-94351 (may not work)