Brussels sprouts are a cruciferous vegetable, one of the cabbage family that many nutrition authorities believe we should eat more of to prevent disease.
HERBED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Four servings
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
3/4 pound brussels sprouts
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
Dash pepper
1. Place brussels sprouts and onion in steamer basket. Place basket over boiling water. Cover and steam about 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
2. In a 10-inch skillet cook garlic in margarine until lightly browned. Stir in sprouts, onion, thyme, salt, oregano and pepper. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are heated through; stir occasionally.
