Dorm Dining: Butter steamed Brussels sprouts

Photo by Grace Baines
Written by Grace Baines

The thought of Brussels sprouts may bring back memories of parents lecturing the health benefits of these green little orbs. Well, it’s time to ditch those memories; this recipe would make Paula Dean proud. It makes an excellent side dish or a buttery good snack.

Ingredients and Supplies
• Half a stick of butter
• Two microwavable bowls
• A fork
• A cup of Brussels sprouts
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation
• Cut the butter into chunks and microwave until fully melted.
• While the butter is melting, wash the Brussels sprouts and slice off the bottom of the stem.
• Cut each sprout in half and place them in the melted butter.
• Cover the bowl, but do not seal it. Cook for 2 minutes to steam the sprouts.
• Remove the lid, add the salt and pepper and cook uncovered for another 1-2 minutes. The sprouts should be soft and squishy, but not limp.
• Once fully cooked, remove the sprouts from the leftover butter and put onto a plate. Pour a spoonful of the leftover butter over the sprouts and enjoy!