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Monday, January 22, 2007

Balsamic Brussel Sprouts

Brussel sprouts are probably the least loved vegetable, but I think that's just because most people hven't had them prepared properly. I hated brussel sprouts when I was younger, and it wasn't until a few years ago I had them roasted and fell in love with them.

This is a super easy side dish recipe, and I think it's the perfect recipe to try brussel sprouts. And if you like this preparation, try out my previously posted "Not-your-Mama's Brussel Sprouts, which are roasted with garlic.

Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts

Balsamic Brussel Sprouts
16 oz brussel sprouts
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic
4 tbsp olive oil
salt/pepper to taste
1 shallot, chopped
4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

Preheat oven to 425. Combine brussel sprouts, onion, garlic, and 3 tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and spread out on a greased cookie sheet. Roaste 25-30 minutes until tender. Meanwhile, saute shallot in remaining olive oil over medium-high heat, until tender. Add balsamic vinegar and cook another 3 minutes. Stir in rosemary and pour over brussel sprouts.

23 Comments:

Anonymous Joanne said...

Sounds delicious. And so simple.
Yeah, it wasn't till recently that I discovered the "proper" way to prepare brussel sprouts and now I can't wait to eat them. My version includes adding pancetta bacon and orange zest and juice to the sprouts.

12:01 PM  
Blogger Catherine said...

yum! I was so boring with Brussels - I love the balsamic vinegar idea.

3:49 PM  
Blogger Brilynn said...

I like brussels sprouts in a maple syrup vinaigrette.

4:01 PM  
Anonymous Kate Walling said...

I am so glad to see a recipe for brussel sprouts! I really love them, but there are not many new exciting recipes for this veggie. This recipe looks delicious... Your photographs are amazing- as always.

10:11 PM  
Anonymous Ellie said...

I just discovered your blog whilst browsing for new blogs to read - I can't believe I didn't find it sooner! You've got some wonderful recipes here as well as some beautiful photography - I look forward to reading more!

7:46 AM  
Blogger Johanna3 said...

i wish we have brussel here, your looks so good!

8:24 AM  
Blogger Emily said...

Oh...I can't wait to try this. Thanks!

10:18 AM  
Blogger Eva said...

HMMMM, not a fan of brussel sprouts! BUT... you have made them look so delicious!!!! I will have to give them another try, with this recipe. Your photography & recipes are amazing! Thanks for such an awesome site.

12:46 PM  
Blogger fresh_start_now said...

wow, this sounds so yummy! :)

11:11 PM  
Blogger Fiber said...

Joanne - that sounds absolutely delicious. I love the orange zest idea!

Catherine - if you make them, let me know how you like them!

Brilynn - what a great idea. I will definitely have to try that!

Kate - thanks for your support!

Ellie - glad you found me! Thanks for the compliments.

Johanna - I'm slightly obsessed with them now. I adore them.

Emily - let me know how it works for you!

Eva - thanks for the compliments! Hope you enjoy!

Fresh start - I think you'll love them if you give it a try!

12:35 PM  
Anonymous elmin said...

Thank you for your excellent recipes.

6:08 PM  
Blogger Toni Narins, L.Ac. said...

I love Brussel sprouts, and this one's a winner! I like to take any leftover sprouts, cut them in half and add them to salads. This would work perfectly!

2:39 AM  
Blogger laura jesser said...

Hmmm, this recipe could very well turn me into a believer in Brussels sprouts! I love balsamic anything--thanks for posting.

9:56 AM  
Blogger jackie said...

i am definitely going to try this out on my brussel-sprout-hating boyfriend. AND the other brussel sprout recipe as well--we have been making your roasted cauliflower recipe at least once a week since i found it, and i can't see how this won't be just as good! by the way, that cauliflower is great with a little tiny bit of parmesan sprinkled on it, too! :)

5:36 PM  
Blogger eviedee said...

You always have the best recipes! I would love it if you would participate in "The 6 Weird Things About You posting". Details on my blog, thanks!

8:58 PM  
Blogger mrbunsrocks said...

This looks great! Thanks for the recipe. :) Found your blog through flickr.

12:49 PM  
Anonymous Kristen said...

I love brussel sprouts. I don't make them nearly enough because my kids aren't fans, but I'm not giving up! Hopefully they'll like them someday.

10:21 PM  
Anonymous laurent said...

Mix of balsamix vinegar and brussels sprout must be really very interesting. i d be curious to try it on a very thin pie with some parmegiano.

12:24 PM  
Anonymous MDL said...

Did you use fresh or frozen sprouts? If you used fresh, I wonder how it could be adapted for frozen ones...

9:53 PM  
Blogger mary said...

Thanks for the recipe......I made these for a V-Day dinner last night with Chicken Piccata and roasted potatoes. Might sound like a strange combination of tastes but we were both happy! Some might say I burned the sprouts a touch as they were very dark from the heat, but the flavour was great and the onions were crunchy and caramelized in places. Good stuff.

10:41 AM  
Blogger megan said...

stumbled across this recipe randomly, i think from tastespotting. made it last night along with some beet mashed potatoes and spelt with garlic/parsley/dried cherries/scallions/shallots. for my very first time ever making brussel sprouts, it was a lovely accompaniment to my other dishes. thanks! i'll definitely make this again.

8:18 PM  
Anonymous Katya said...

It's delicious! Thank you!

5:42 PM  
Anonymous bröst said...

I will definitely give brussel sprouts a new chance with this receipt. Almost everything taste good if you just know how to prepare it. Thanks.

5:41 PM  

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