Thursday, April 2, 2015

B is for Brussel Sprouts


Brussel sprouts are all about the second chances.  Now, when I think  of these miniature darlings with their delicate, pale green leaves and their flavor punch of crisp tender delicate deliciousness, it is hard to remember there was a time when my nose would have turned up at even the thought of bringing these smelly little cabbages any where near my life. Good thing I gave them a second chance. They are now my favorite veggie!

If you’re looking for a good brussel sprouts recipe to give them another try, check out recipes like  Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Apple  or Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts over at the foodie blog The Bitten Word.  They have long been one of my favorite food blogs and my first go to when I am trying to decide on a dish for a special dinner or holiday.

What about you? Is there anything you’ve given a second chance, only to be surprised to find yourself falling in love? Or do you have a favorite brussel sprouts recipe (or memory) that you'd like to share?
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  1. SunniApril 3, 2015 at 12:20 AM

    Hi there.

    I'm visiting you again. Thanks for looking at my blog.

    I used to hate brussel sprouts. Well it wsn't my first choice for a veggie. I've changed my mind. I love them now, but if I'm cooking them my husband wants to throw me outside and told me to cook them out there. He won't eat any veggies at all. I could live on them.

    I like to cook them in olive oil in my iron frying pan with chopped onion and garlic. I slice them and sautee for about 15 minutes and then drizzle with balsamic vinegar. It's a great treat. They aren't as smelly if you cook them whole in the oven on a cookie sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with garlic powder and bake. Very tasty. I'll check out the recipes you mentioned.

    Sunni
    http://sunni-survivinglife.blogspot.com/

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    1. vanillabeanApril 3, 2015 at 1:07 AM

      my mouth is watering just reading that! I haven't tried them with vinegar yet. mostly I keep it simple and just saute them or roast them with olive oil and finish them off with a little salt and maybe a bit of butter. I will definitely give the vinegar a try next time I make them!

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  2. UnknownApril 3, 2015 at 1:51 AM

    I've tried brussel sprouts a few times,cooked different ways and just cannot get a taste for them! Good on your for giving them a place though, they often get overlooked.

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    1. vanillabeanApril 4, 2015 at 8:20 AM

      Hi April! Thank you for stopping by. I was just down in your neck of the world for the first time two weeks ago. It is really beautiful. We didn't want to leave! Do you have a blog for the AZ challenge to? I couldn't find the link.

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  3. Susan BrodyApril 3, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    I LOVE Brussels sprouts! I'm the only one in my house who likes them, but that doesn't stop me from making them every chance I get. I roast them with salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Heaven!!

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    1. vanillabeanApril 4, 2015 at 8:27 AM

      another mention of adding vinegar... so I have apparently been missing this extra touch of excellence. Lunch here I come! (and thank you so much for stopping by Susan)

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