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Caramelized Brussels Sprouts - prepared by Sarah Nelson, RD, LD, Hamilton Hy-Vee Dietitian

All you need:

• 12-14 large Brussels sprouts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 clove garlic, minced
• pinch sea salt
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 1/4 cup roughly chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
Optional: fresh orange juice, minced fresh ginger

All you do:

1.  Slice each Brussels sprout very thin until you have a mound of feathery Brussels sprout ribbons.

2.  Heat the olive oil over medium high in a large skillet and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.

3.  Add the Brussels sprouts and continue sautéing for another 4-5 minutes, until bright green and tender.

4.  Add sea salt and brown sugar and toss together.  Finish by adding toasted nuts. Optional: squeeze a few tablespoons of fresh orange juice over dish or add some minced fresh ginger for some extra heat.

5.  Serve and enjoy!