2 lb brussel sprouts, washed
1 water, salted
1 tsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp seasoned salt
1 tbsp butter (or marg.)
5 oz water chestnuts, drain/slice
Directions
Simmer brussel sprouts, covered, in a small amount of salted water for
about 8 to 10 minutes or until tender; drain. Add other ingredients
and heat. Serve hot. Food Exchange per serving: 1 VEGETABLE EXCHANGE
SOURCE: Southern Living Magazine, sometime in 1973. Typed for you by
Nancy Coleman.
Servings: 6 servings
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