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Spicy Brussels Sprouts with Almond Pesto

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts stemmed and halved
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup almonds
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes or fresh
  • optional: zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toast almonds on baking sheet for about 5 minutes; remove from oven and cool.
  • Roughly chop (or process briefly in food processor) the almonds, garlic, chili flakes and lemon zest.
  • In heavy pan, sauté Brussels sprouts in olive oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 8 to 10-minutes until tender. If needed, add 1/8 cup of wine or water and cover for a few minutes to cook thoroughly. Season with salt.
  • Toss with the pesto and serve.