Brussels Sprouts Recipes

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Our Best Brussels Sprouts Recipes

Known for their ability to enhance DNA repair in cells and help block the continued growth of cancer cells, Brussels sprouts are one powerful member of the cabbage family. Best cooked by steaming, roasting, or boiling, and combined with a variety of spices and dressings, these vegetables make a fabulous base for casseroles and salads or work as a hearty side dish.

First on the list is our Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Apples. When combined with Fuji apples, these roasted Brussels sprouts offer a bitter and sweet-tart contrast. You can leave the red skin on the apples for a pretty contrast, or peel the apple, if you prefer.

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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Garlic, and Shallots

Garlic, bacon, shallots and just over 15 minutes are all you need to create a Brussels sprouts side dish with intense flavor.

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Brussels Sprouts with Browned Garlic

Enjoy the fragrant aroma from the mixture of Brussels sprouts and garlic in this scrumptious meal. Avoid accidentally burning the garlic by browning on low heat.

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Cavatappi with Browned Brussels Sprouts and Buttery Breadcrumbs

The crunchy mixture of textures from the buttery breadcrumbs and caramelized Brussels sprouts makes this recipe a delightful surprise.

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Romano-Topped Brussels Sprouts

Simple roasted Brussels sprouts get a big flavor boost from one simple addition: salty pecorino Romano cheese, which punctuates the traditional fall veggie dish with meaty umami notes.

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Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Mustard

A zesty mustard sauce dresses chicken breasts and sautéed Brussels sprouts, and when paired with Rosemary Potatoes, this delectable dish will quickly become one of your go-to meals for busy weeknights.

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Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Often served as a Thanksgiving side, but great for everyday use, this tasty dish is best created in stages by assembling the ingredients ahead of time and reheating before serving.

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Brussels Sprouts Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

Perfect for a first course, this recipe combines sliced Brussels sprouts, chopped pecans, and a simple bacon vinaigrette for a variety of flavors and textures.

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Penne with Brussels Sprouts and Crisp Bacon

This creamy pasta dish combines steamed Brussels sprouts, crisp bacon, grated cheese, and toasted hazelnuts for an aroma and taste that will have everyone asking for seconds.

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Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

At only 90 calories per serving, this side dish provides the right about of zest for a variety of main courses.

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Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Hazelnuts

Bacon and hazelnuts make this Brussels sprouts recipe appealing to even the pickiest eater. To get a head start on dinner, cut the bacon and slice the sprouts in the morning. You can toast the nuts up to two days ahead.

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Brussels Sprouts with Currants and Pine Nuts

At just 90 calories per serving, this dish is both healthy and satisfying. And by peeling away the outer leaves from the fresh Brussels sprouts, you can shorten cook time and create a nice presentation.

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Brussels Sprouts with Pecans

The dish’s sweet, buttery flavors mellow the bite of the Brussels sprouts and take a just a brief turn in the pan. Cut down on cooking time by slicing the sprouts during prep.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

The mixture of black pepper and maple syrup offer a sweet-and-spicy twist to these classic roasted Brussels sprouts.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Pecorino

Take the flavor of Brussels sprouts to a new level with the addition of six cloves of garlic and pecorino Romano cheese. The total cooking time is only 20 minutes.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Shallots

Slicing Brussels sprouts lengthwise helps them cook more quickly and will allow you to complete this recipe in under 10 minutes. They’ll retain just a hint of crunch but develop a lovely flavor from the browned bits created in the hot skillet.

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Photo: Randy Mayor

Steamed Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower with Walnuts

This quick and versatile side dish is good with roasts or chicken. A serving boasts nearly one-fourth of daily fiber needs while the walnuts add a dose of heart-healthy unsaturated fat.

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Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic

Roasting brings out the best in Brussels sprouts: It lightly caramelizes their edges but keeps them tender inside. Plus the country ham imparts saltiness to the dish and will make for a scrumptious entrée.

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Nutty Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad

Serve good-for-you foods family-style, like this Nutty Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad. Topped with walnuts, Asiago cheese, and fresh breadcrumbs, this warm salad will turn sprout skeptics into converts.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts

Brussels sprouts are finest in winter, making this roasted dish perfect for a holiday party or on a cold night.

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Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Spices

Caution: Not for sensitive tastebuds. This side of Brussels sprouts delivers the perfect punch of spice from dried hot red chiles and mustard seeds.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pecan

Simple but scrumptious, this Brussels sprouts classic uses zesty lemon juice and pecans for an extra dose of flavor.

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Brussels Sprouts with Honey-Glazed Pearl Onions and Capocollo

Channel your inner Italian culinary skills by using capocollo, a tangy, Italian-style cured ham, to add an unexpected twist to delicious boiled Brussels sprouts and onions.

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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Apple-Brussels Sprout Slaw

Chicken cutlets can range in size from about 2 ounces each to close to 5 or 6 ounces each. For this dish, we chose the smaller ones.

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