Brussels Sprouts With Pecans And Sweet Potatoes

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled, cut in 1 inch cubes
• 3/4 lb brussels sprout, cut in half
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 4 teaspoons brown sugar or 4 teaspoons honey
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons pecan pieces, toasted

Recipe

• 1 place the potatoes in a medium size saucepan, add enough water to cover, cover and bring to a boil; cook until potatoes pierce easily when pierced with a fork drain and reserve.
• 2 rinse the sprouts under running water, removing any yellowed or wilted outside leaves, cut in half and place in a microwave safe dish; microwave for 5 to 6 minutes stirring 2 to 3 times, drain and set aside.
• 3 in nonstick skillet, melt the butter, saute onion and garlic just until tender.
• 4 add sweet potatoes,brussels sprouts, stock, sugar, cinnamon and pecans;cook for 3 minutes or until vegetables are lightly glazed.