Cinnamon Cider Brussels Sprouts

Fight the stigma of brussels sprouts and your risk of cancer with this simple yet delicious recipe by Emily Malone (The Daily Garnish).  This healthy, seasonal dish is just in time to sneak its way into your Thanksgiving feast!

Yield: Makes ~ 6 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

     2 pounds Bussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
     1 large apple, cut into bite-size pieces
     1 large Asian pear, cut into bite-size pieces
     1 cup cider (apple or pear)
     1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
     Salt to taste

Directions:

To trim the Brussels sprouts, cut the woody end off of the bottom and slice them in half.  Place the sprouts face down in a single layer in a large saute pan.
Cook over medium-high heat until the sprouts begin to soften and brown, about 10 minutes. 
Add the apple and pear pieces, and stir to distribute them throughout the pan.  Let them cook about 5 minutes so they get soft.  
Pour the cider over the pan, and let it simmer.  Sprinkle the cinnamon over the dish and give it a quick stir.  The cider mixture should simmer and bubble until all the liquid has cooked away.  This not only intensifies the flavor, but it produces a delicious, concentrated cidery glaze over the fruits and sprouts.  
Season to taste with salt before serving.  Enjoy!

Recipe Credit: Taken from The Daily Garnish at http://www.dailygarnish.com/, author Emily Malone, 2011.