Braised brussels sprouts

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Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil

• 3 shallots (sliced)

• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)

• 1 lb. Brussels sprouts

• 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock

• 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme (chopped)

• 1/4 cup pine nuts to top

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a medium sized pan heat the oil over a medium heat.

2. Cook the shallots for 2-3 minutes until soft.

3. Add the garlic and cook for a further 2 minutes.

4. Add the sprouts and cook, stirring often, until brown patches appear on the sprouts.

5. Stir in the stock and thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste.

6. Cover and cook over a low heat for 10-15 minutes until sprouts are soft and tender, but not overcooked.

7. Top with pine nuts to serve.