Portion Size: ½ cup Brussels sprouts mixture  Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients	Notes:
4 cups Brussels sprouts	Washed, trimmed and cut in half
2 apples, cored and diced	Washed, unpeeled and diced
½ cup low fat Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
2 tablespoon unsalted sliced almonds	Optional
1 teaspoon thyme	Finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Directions:

Steps:	Directions:	Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1	Wash, trim and cut Brussels sprouts in half.
2	Place Brussels sprouts in microwave dish and cover.
3	Add 2 Tablespoons of water.
4	Steam in microwave until tender, about 7 minutes.	Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
5	In a medium sided bowl, combine apples, almonds, thyme and dressing. Toss to coat and serve warm.

Variations: Brussels sprouts can be steamed, braised, microwaved, roasted, stir fry. May add choice of herbs or spices for flavor.