Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Potatoes
November 18, 2012 - Written by DianaThis is low fat brussels sprouts because it does not have any bacon or any type of fat. I’ve found that brussels sprouts are the best when prepared simply without much other than a little olive oil for roasting. If you are looking for a great side that doesn’t require a lot of prep or messing around, this is it and truthfully, my son could do this one, no problem. It takes ten minutes at most to throw together, stick it in the oven and it is ready in about 20 minutes. My kids used to tell me that they didn’t want brussels sprouts because I bought the frozen boxes and heated it up. No, more. I buy fresh and give it a little roast with some olive oil.
Thanksgiving is coming and it’s good to have some dishes with sauces and then have some simpler dishes for those who don’t like it complicated. While you are making the dishes with many steps, the kids or your spouse could make this, easily.
Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Potatoes …
Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta and Pine Nuts
December 18, 2011 - Written by Diana
The last couple of weeks I’ve been eating brussels sprouts every other night. Rhoads Farm still had brussels sprouts at North Market this week, and we bought another quart. The vendor told me that they get their seeds from Europe, that give them a less bitter brussels sprout. I can tell you that ours are delicious and not bitter at all. My kids aren’t fans because I traumatized them with frozen and then boiled brussels sprouts. I think there’s no competition – now is the time to get brussels sprouts and cook them up the best way from fresh.
For a brighter brussels sprout, give it a quick blanch, really quick so they don’t get soggy. You can skip that step, but it does brighten up the plate. I like the pancetta, sliced thinly and less grease than the thick cut bacon. I also add pine nuts because I think they go well, and some garlic. The white wine vinegar lightens it up a little and will get all the carmelized bits from the bottom of the pan. This is pretty darn tasty. …
