Brussels sprouts have a bad reputation, but they can be so good when you use them in one of our delicious brussels sprouts recipes.
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Brussels sprouts are one of those vegetables that everyone says they hate. And, that bad rap is not really fair to Brussels sprouts.
See, back in the day, these little balls of goodness were boiled and then seasoned with butter. Not even salt. Just a pat of butter. And, yeah, unseasoned, boiled vegetables with butter are gonna be bad no matter what the vegetable is.
But RIP to that cooking process. And hello to your new favorite vegetable. Because trust me when I tell you that these recipes using Brussels sprouts will change your mind. They’re so good.
Brussels Sprouts Recipes
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Creamy Cheesy Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
This Creamy Cheesy Brussels Sprouts With Bacon is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner.
Frozen Brussels sprouts are cut in half, then pan fried in a large skillet with bacon grease. Spread the Brussels sprouts in an even layer, then top them with with heavy cream, cubed cheese, and crispy bacon. Stick the entire skillet in a hot oven and cook until the cheese is melty. This easy recipe is absolutely the best way to eat Brussels sprouts and will convert your entire family.
Brussels Sprouts With Caramelized Onions And Prosciutto
This Brussels Sprouts With Caramelized Onions And Prosciutto is such a delicious side dish for a weeknight dinner. It feels fancier and more involved than it really is.
You start by boiling the Brussels sprouts in hot water, then immediately stopping the process in cold water. Cut the Brussels sprouts in half, then cut the halved Brussels sprouts again. Put them in a pan with onions and prosciutto and cook until everything is warm and delicious.
If your family doesn’t like prosciutto, a good substitute is bacon (and actually, we have a similar recipe using bacon below).
Vegetarian Brussels Sprouts Casserole
If you’re looking for more Thanksgiving side dishes, this Vegetarian Brussels Sprouts Casserole is it.
The Brussels sprouts are cooked three ways: first in a pot; then in a pan with onion, garlic cloves, heavy cream, and seasoning; and finally in a casserole pan with topped with Parmesan cheese. It’s definitely a lot of work, and something I only make for holiday dinners, but it’s so good and so worth it.
Bacon And Brussels Sprouts
This Bacon And Brussels Sprouts recipe is a delicious way to introduce your family to Brussels sprouts, if this is your first time making Brussels sprouts for them.
You boil them, then put the in an ice bath. Cook bacon and onions together in a large skillet, then add the Brussels sprouts until you get soft but crispy Brussels sprouts. It’s very similar to one of the recipes above, but uses bacon instead of prosciutto, which may be more familiar to your family.
Which of these Brussels Sprouts Recipes will you try first? Be sure to let us know in the comments.