Brussels Sprouts in Sage Butter

(Serves 4)

1 pound brussels sprouts
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Wash brussels sprouts and peel away any discolored leaves. Cut sprouts in half lengthwise. Steam over boiling water for about 5 minutes. Drain.
2. In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sage and nuts and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until pecans start to brown and sage wilts. Add brussels sprouts, season with salt and pepper, and toss. Cook for about 5 minutes, browning sprouts slightly on the bottom and stirring to prevent burning. Reduce heat and cook another 3 minutes or so. Serve warm.

Recipe provided by James Rouse, ND, the creator of Optimum Wellness and The Fit Kitchen, seen weekly on NBC’s KUSA television news.

PER SERVING: 149 cal, 72% fat cal, 13g fat, 3g sat fat, 10mg chol, 3g protein, 8g carb, 4g fiber, 20mg sodium