Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Slivered Almonds

Ingredients

• 6 cups brussels sprouts fresh frozen thawed (8-ounce)
• 3 tablespoons butter melted
• 4 large cloves garlic minced
• 0.3 cup olive oil 
• 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
• 0.3 teaspoon salt 
• 0.3 cup slivered almonds 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• oven
• roasting pan
• microwave

Directions

1. If using fresh brussels sprouts, wash them thoroughly; remove discolored leaves.
2. Cut off stem ends, and slash bottom of each sprout with a shallow X. Toss brussels sprouts with oil in a shallow roasting pan, coating well.
3. Bake at 425 for 15 minutes.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and keep warm.
5. Meanwhile, brown almonds and garlic in butter in a small skillet over medium heat; add salt and pepper.
6. Pour garlic mixture over brussels sprouts; toss gently.
7. Serve immediately.
8. Make-Ahead Directions: Prepare recipe several hours before meal. Just before serving, place in a microwave-safe dish; cover with heavy-duty plactic wrap. Microwave at HIGH 3 to 4 minutes or until throughly heated, stirring after 2 minutes.