Brussels Sprouts and Baby Carrots

I thought this sounded great for my family as my dh loves brussels sprouts and my sons like carrots--this way everyone is happy! Recipe source: Bon Appetit (November 2006)

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
• 3⁄4 lb  baby carrots
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 2  tablespoons chives, chopped
• 2  teaspoons lemon peel, grated
• 2  teaspoons Dijon mustard

Directions

1. Bring a pot of water to boil and add carrots and brussels sprouts, boil for 6-10 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool. (If desired you can boil vegetables ahead of time and refrigerate).
2. In a skillet over medium heat melt butter and then stir in chives, lemon peel and mustard.
3. Stir in vegetables, tossing until coated and heated through (5 minutes).
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.