Brussel sprouts and walnuts

Brussel sprouts
Walnuts
Butter
Salt

Trim the stem of the brussel spouts and score it with a cross cut. Remove the outermost leaves, which are bitter. Bring a pot of water to boil, salt it, and add brussel sprouts. Boil until the sprouts are softened.

Bring a saute pan to high temperature and add a tablespoon of butter. Once the foam has subsided, add the sprouts and walnuts and saute.

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