Brussels Sprouts and Pearl Onions in Honey-Lemon Sauce

Ingredients: 10 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed ½ cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock 1 tablespoon honey ½ teaspoon caraway seeds 1 package frozen pearl onions 2 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon arrowroot or non-GMO cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water Directions: Cut a small X [...]

By |2015-01-21T13:28:59-08:00January 20th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts and Pearl Onions in Honey-Lemon Sauce

Gingered Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, halved then thinly sliced 1-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 (1-inch) piece ginger root, peeled and cut into julienne strips 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and shredded sea salt and cayenne pepper Directions: Heat a wok or heavy skillet until hot. Add oil and swirl to coat. Add [...]

By |2015-01-14T13:47:40-08:00January 13th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Gingered Brussels Sprouts

Braised Brussels Sprouts in Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup minced shallots ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided (optional) 1/3 cup water ¼ cup mustard 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or sweetener of choice – sometimes I leave the sweetener out to create a savory flavor) Freshly ground pepper Directions: Cut base off a sprout with [...]

By |2014-12-17T12:57:13-08:00December 16th, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Braised Brussels Sprouts in Mustard Sauce

Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts with Cashews

Ingredients: 6 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced into ¼-inch strips 1½ tablespoons sesame or mustard oil ¼ teaspoon cumin seeds 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 bunch scallions, including 2 inches of the green, chopped 1 small onion, quartered and thinly sliced ½ cup toasted cashews sea salt 2 tablespoons lime juice to taste Directions: [...]

By |2014-12-15T12:23:15-08:00December 9th, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts with Cashews

Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Ingredients: 2 hickory-smoked pieces of bacon 3 large shallots, thinly sliced 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 cup water ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper oil 1 (2-ounce) piece of French baguette 3 tablespoons butter Directions: 1. Preheat the broiler. 2. Cook bacon in a large skillet over [...]

By |2014-02-04T11:46:44-08:00February 4th, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Walnuts and Dijon Vinaigrette

Walnuts provide healthy fats that are necessary for heart health. They are toasted on low heat to preserve their fats. Brussels sprouts are a nutrient-dense vegetable that is great for all-around health. Roasting the sprouts brings out their natural sweetness. Ingredients: Vinaigrette Dressing: 3 tablespoon white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard [...]

By |2014-01-28T15:03:21-08:00January 28th, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Walnuts and Dijon Vinaigrette

Brussels Sprouts with Browned Garlic

Ingredients: 6 cups trimmed Brussels sprouts 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided ½ teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper oil to coat 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 2. Combine Brussels sprouts. 11/2 teaspoons oil, salt, and pepper. Place sprouts in a baking dish [...]

By |2014-01-21T15:37:53-08:00January 21st, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts with Browned Garlic

Brussels Sprouts with Currants and Pine Nuts

Ingredients: 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed 1 tablespoon pine nuts (you can use walnuts or any other nut of your choice) 1 tablespoon butter ¼ cup chopped shallots 2 tablespoons dried currants 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves ¼ teaspoon each sea salt and pepper ½ cup chicken or vegetable stock Directions: 1. Separate sprouts into [...]

By |2014-01-14T14:24:01-08:00January 14th, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts with Currants and Pine Nuts

Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Sauce

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons arrowroot or organic cornstarch ¼ cup water 1¾ cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 pound Brussels sprouts 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons lemon juice Directions: 1. Dissolve the arrowroot or cornstarch in water. Set aside. 2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the stock to a boil. Add the [...]

By |2013-12-10T11:47:35-08:00December 10th, 2013|Recipes|Comments Off on Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Sauce

Holiday Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Rarely do I use bacon, but it is the holidays and I know some of you must like bacon - this is really yummy! Ingredients: ½ pound apple smoked sliced bacon (Corralitos Market has the best, in my opinion) ¼ cup butter 2/3 cups pine nuts 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, cored and shredded 3 green [...]

By |2013-12-10T11:47:21-08:00December 10th, 2013|Recipes|Comments Off on Holiday Bacon Brussels Sprouts
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