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Expand1.5 pounds brussels sprouts Ask a question about this ingredient
1 finely sliced leek Ask a question about this ingredient
2 sliced shallots Ask a question about this ingredient
3 tablespoons unsalted butter Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon sea salt Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup heavy cream Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon lemon juice Ask a question about this ingredient
1 zest of 1 lemon Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon cumin Ask a question about this ingredient
pinch freshly ground pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
Trim the stem end of each sprout and discard any brown or rotting leaves. Cut the sprouts into quarters and set aside. Carefully clean the leek and slice it discarding the stringy, green part.
Ask a question about this stepIn a cocotte, or a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the Brussels sprouts, the leek, and the shallot, cumin and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sprouts are nicely browned in spots, about 5 minutes or so.
Ask a question about this stepPour in the cream, stir to mix, and then cover the pot. Reduce the heat to low or medium low so there’s a slow simmer. Braise until the sprouts are tender enough to be pierced easily with the tip of a paring knife, about 30-35 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepRemove the lid, and stir in the lemon juice. Taste for seasoning, and adjust as necessary. Let the pan simmer, uncovered, for a minute or two to thicken the cream to a glaze that loosely coats the sprouts. At last moment, stir in lemon zest and serve immediately.
Ask a question about this stepThis sounds wonderful. I was one of those kids who said yuck at Brussels Sprouts and now love them. Hope my kiddos will make the transformation one day too!
This sounds wonderful. I was one of those kids who said yuck at Brussels Sprouts and now love them. Hope my kiddos will make the transformation one day too!
This sounds wonderful. I was one of those kids who said yuck at Brussels Sprouts and now love them. Hope my kiddos will make the transformation one day too!
This sounds wonderful. I was one of those kids who said yuck at Brussels Sprouts and now love them. Hope my kiddos will make the transformation one day too!
Shuna is a pastry chef in New York City and author of the acclaimed blog Eggbeater.
Can't wait to try this!