Microwave Brussel Sprouts

1-1/2 pounds brussels sprouts
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
Pinch pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup finely crushed cornflakes
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted


Place the brussels sprouts in a 1-1/2~qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Sprinkle with celery salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. stirring and rotating a quarter turn every 3 minutes. Drain. Sprinkle with cheese; microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until cheese begins to melt. Combine cornflakes and butter: sprinkle over sprouts.

Yield: 8 servings.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 700-watt microwave.