Brussels Sprouts With Marmalade Glaze

Side Dish

Serves 6

Recipe courtesy of The Farmers Market Cookbook

Ingredients:

2 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts
32 oz. chicken broth
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Note: For the best-tasting Brussels, choose small sprouts that are firm and bright green.

Brussels Sprouts With Marmalade Glaze

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Method:

Wash Brussels sprouts ad remove discolored leaves. Trim stem ends. Place the Brussels in a large saucepan; add broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer at least 5 minutes until Brussels are tender.

Drain, reserving 1 cup of chicken broth. Melt butter in saucepan; add onion and garlic. Saute over medium-high heat 2 minutes until tender and fragrant. Add reserved broth and marmalade; bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, 15 minutes until glaze reduces and thickens. Add Brussels sprouts, salt and pepper; toss well until thoroughly heated and coated.

Serve warm.