Brussel sprouts are something that you either love or really hate. Judge your dinner guests to determine if you might be wasting your time! If I was there, I would eat them! Whatever your choice, brussel sprouts are a great side dish more people need to enjoy!
- 2 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1/4 cup apple juice
- 1 large red delicious apple, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
- 1/2 cup golden raisin
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- nutmeg, to taste
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- Bring Brussels, lemon juice, salt and water to cover sprouts to boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer until tender, 5-7 minute Drain and keep them warm,.
- Melt 2 tbls butter in the large skilet over medium-high heat, add onion and saute until caramel color. Add apple juice and cook for 2 minute.
- Add apple, garlic, sugar; cook stirring constantly for 5-6 min or until apple is tender. Add water chesnuts, raisins, lemon rind, pepper, nutmeg, more salt to taste and 2 tbs butter; cook, stirring constantly, for 3-4 minute Gently toss in Brussel sprouts.