1 Remove Any Ragged Or Old-Looking Outer Leaves On The Brussels Sprouts And Discard. Parboil The Brussels Sprouts (Or Steam Them) For 3 Minutes Or Until Just Tender. They Should Be Almost Cooked All The Way Through (Split One In Half To Test). Strain The Hot Water And Place The Sprouts In A Bowl Of Ice Water, This Will Keep Their Color Bright Green. Cut The Sprouts Into Halves. 2 Heat 2-3 Tbsp Of Butter In A Large Saut