Braised Sprouts with Pine Nuts

These Braised Sprouts with Pine Nuts are an easy side dish of Brussels Sprouts that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.

• 1 lb. Brussel sprouts, halved or quartered, depending on size
• Pine nuts (raw or minimally roasted)
• 2 gloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tbs. olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• dash of nutmeg (optional)
• handful of chopped kale (optional)

Sautée all but pine nuts over medium heat until bright color develops. Add pine nuts, cook for another few minutes.