Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios

Ingredients

• 4 pounds brussels sprouts 
• 0.5 cup pistachios coarsely chopped
• 4 small onions red cut into strips
• 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
• 8 servings salt and pepper to taste
• 0.5 cup butter unsalted
• 2 tablespoons sugar white

Equipment

• frying pan
• sauce pan
• steamer basket

Directions

1. Place Brussels sprouts in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover saucepan and steam 8-10 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are tender yet crisp.
2. Melt the butter in a deep skillet, add the onions and 3 tablespoons vinegar; cook until onions brown.
3. Add the Brussels sprouts, sugar and remaining vinegar.
4. Saute over medium heat until the Brussels sprouts are lightly caramelized.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with pistachios.