Better Brussels Sprouts - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 to 3 1/2 lb. Brussels sprouts
2 1/2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
8 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 c. chicken broth
salt and black pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Preparation

Cut stem ends from sprouts and remove outer yellow leaves. Cut an X in bottom of each sprout.
Rinse in cold water, drain and pat dry.
Over low heat, melt 2 1/2 tablespoons butter with oil in a large, heavy pot.
Add garlic; cook for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes, or just until garlic starts to change color.