Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries

Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2008

Show: Good EatsEpisode: A Cabbage Sprouts in Brussels

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (28)

Cook Time:
10 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 to 8 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 10 min
Total:: 25 min

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, rinsed and trimmed
3 ounces coarsely chopped pecans
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 ounces coarsely chopped dried cranberries

Directions

Slice the Brussels sprouts using the thinnest slicing disk of a food processor. If you do not have a food processor, you may slice thinly with a knife or a mandoline.

Set a 10-inch straight-sided saute pan over medium-high heat and add the pecans. Cook, stirring continually, until the pecans darken in color and begin to give off a toasted aroma, approximately 2 minutes. Add the butter to the pan and stir to combine. Once the butter has melted, add the Brussels sprouts, salt and pepper and cook, stirring continually, until the color brightens and the sprouts are just tender, approximately 6 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, add the cranberries, toss and serve.

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Kirsten Dallas, OR 01-18-2010
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Easy, delicious and very pretty on a plate!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

What a great recipe and I can makeit again without needing to look up the recipe!
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Cynthia Cranston, RI 01-11-2010
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Best babyheads ever!
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My family has always loved brussel sprouts, (babyheads, as we call 'em). This is our new favorite way to prepare them! They... were a complete success at Thanksgiving! I also added a small splash of balsamic vinegar.Read more
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Mona McLean, VA 12-27-2009
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Fantastic and Easy!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this for Christmas and it got rave reviews. I cut the butter in half and added dried cherries as well as cranberries.... The pecans are a must because they flavor the whole dish. If you use a food processor, this is a fast recipe. Loved it!Read more
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Jason New York, NY 12-27-2009
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Best Brussel Sprouts Recipe Ever
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I hated brussel sprouts growing up, but have really gotten into the last couple of years. I tried this for Xmas dinner and I... got a lot of complementsRead more
recipe Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries
Marilyn Washington, DC 12-26-2009
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Great way to sneak in Brussels sprouts and love them too!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Enjoyed by all ages - easy to do and great for Christmas (green and red). Delicious and not "stinky"!
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Mike Sabina, OH 12-26-2009
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Wonderful and EASY
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Just made this for Christmas dinner. Even had people who hate brussel sprouts going back for multiple refills. Everyone... really enjoyed this dish!!!Read more