Gingered Brussels Sprouts

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 10 ounces brussels sprouts (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup water or 1 cup fat free broth
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2-1 teaspoon splenda granular or 1/2-1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Recipe

• 1 if you are using fresh brussels sprouts, trim off bottoms and remove any loose or discolored outer leaves. rinse in warm water and drain.
• 2 in a heavy saucepan, combine everything save the sprouts and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. reduce heat and let the liquid simmer for 2-3 minutes. add sprouts, cover and cook until the vegetables are crisp-tender. for fresh sprouts, cooking time is about 10 minutes. for frozen, it will be a minute or so less.