Top 10 Way to Enjoy Brussel Sprouts
from Fruits and Veggies More Matters
- Make candied Brussels sprouts. Defrost frozen sprouts and dust with brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Microwave for 5 minutes and serve hot.
- Simply roast Brussels sprouts at 400 degrees for 40 minutes. Toss with a small amount of olive oil before baking.
- Add steamed Brussels sprouts to your favorite pasta dish.
- Make veggie kebobs. Marinate Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, and mushrooms in low fat Italian dressing and thread onto skewers. Place on the grill for 2 minutes on each side or until sprouts are soft.
- Blanch sprouts in boiling water for 5 minutes. Sauté with garlic and onion. Add vinegar and toss so Brussels sprouts are evenly coated or sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Add chopped Brussels Sprouts to your favorite vegetable pot pie recipe.
- Add Brussels Sprouts to your stir-fry – delicious with sweet onion, carrot, and sow peas.
- Boil Brussels sprouts and coat with a mixture of vegetable broth and mustard. Recipe: Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Glaze
- Halve Brussels sprouts and steam until soft. Top with grated low fat Cheddar cheese.
- Shake and bake! Place Brussels sprouts, olive oil, bread crumbs, and a dash of salt and pepper in a large re-sealable plastic bag, and shake to coat. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes, or until dark brown.