Thyme has a strong piquant or lemony flavor which enhances the flavor of meats.

Chestnuts & Sprouts

Cut crosses onto flat sides of chestnuts with a sharp knife. Drop into boiling water. Boil 15 min.; remove skins. Trim sprouts; score each root end with an X. Place chestnuts in vegetable steamer over boiling water. Steam 10 min. Add sprouts; steam 7-10 min., until sprouts are tender. Toss chestnuts and sprouts with butter, thyme, salt, and pepper. Crumble bacon on top.

Featuring the following Urban Gardener plants:

Thymus vulgaris
Common Name: Thyme

	1 lb. chestnuts
	2 10-oz. pkgs. brussels sprouts
	3 tbsp. unsalted butter

	2 tbsp. chopped fresh thyme
	6 thin bacon slices; cooked crisp
	Salt and pepper, to taste

Additional Information

Serves: 8 ·