SPROUTS WITH WATER CHESTNUTS

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This tasty side dish has become a family favorite at Thanksgiving, as well as throughout the year. A creamy sauce and water chestnuts give the sprouts a nice lift. -Genelle Smith Hanover, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained

Steps:

  • Place sprouts in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 9-11 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in water chestnuts. Transfer brussels sprouts to a serving dish; serve with water chestnut mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Rana Touheed Ashraf Rana Touheed Ashraf
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This dish is a bit too spicy for me.


Riyad Rahman
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients for this dish.


Al Coakley
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I'm going to try this recipe for my next dinner party.


Udoku Livinus
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover sprouts.


morad mousatni
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I'm not a fan of water chestnuts, but this dish is still pretty good.


Ana Luisa Gomez
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I'm allergic to sprouts, so I can't try this dish. But it looks delicious!


Shumail Qamar
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This dish is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Marshal DC
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I tried this recipe and it was a disaster! The sprouts were overcooked and the sauce was too sweet.


Phindile Hlumi
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I'm not sure about this dish. The combination of sprouts and water chestnuts seems a bit strange.


Ayaz AliAbro
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


Nicole Singer
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This dish looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Asanka Priyadarsana
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I've never been a big fan of sprouts, but this dish has changed my mind! The sprouts are cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious.


Shahana yusuf
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This is my new favorite way to cook sprouts! I love the combination of the sprouts and water chestnuts, and the sauce is so flavorful.


Mjukuu 254
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This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures! The sprouts are crisp and tender, the water chestnuts add a delightful crunch, and the sauce is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy.