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Trim tough stems from brussels sprouts.
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With a knife, mark base of each brussels sprout with a shallow"x".
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Remove about 25 large outer green leaves; set aside.
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In pot of boiling salted water, cook the brussels sprouts until just tender but still bright green, about 6 to 8 minutes.
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Strain with a slotted spoon and transfer to ice water bath to stop cooking.
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Blanch the reserved leaves in the pot of boiling water, until bright green, 1 to 2 minutes.
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Strain; transfer to bowl of ice water.
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Drain; reserve.
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Transfer sprouts to food processor.
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Heat cream and butter in saucepan over low heat until butter has melted.
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Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg; add to sprouts.
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Process until combined.
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Transfer to serving bowl.
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Arrange reserved leaves around edge of bowl.