Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts
• trimmed
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 4 plump
• moist cloves garlic
• peeled
• halved
• green germ removed
• slivered
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Peel away and separate the leaves of the Brussels sprouts.
2. Discard the cores.
3. In a large skillet, combine the oil, garlic, and salt.
4. Cook over moderate heat, just until the garlic is golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Add the Brussels sprout leaves and cook just until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes more.
6. Season to taste.
7. Serve immediately.