Brussels Sprouts With Basil Food

BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts to skillet and cook until heated through, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper.

BASIL BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Place the brussels sprouts and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Combine the butter, salt, basil and pepper; drizzle over brussels sprouts and toss to coat.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH GARLIC, PECANS AND BASIL

Steps:

• Combine brussels sprouts, cream and garlic in heavy large skillet. Bring to boil over medium-low heat. Cover skillet tightly and cook until brussels sprouts are crisp-tender but still bright green and almost all cream is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, finely grind pecans with basil leaves and lemon peel in processor. Add pecan mixture to skillet. Toss until brussels sprouts are coated. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. Garnish with basil sprigs and lemon wedges, if desired, and serve.

CRISPY CHILI BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the Brussels sprouts in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Season with 1 teaspoon salt.
• Place the sprouts cut side down in the skillet and let brown, 2 to 3 minutes. (Don't crowd the sprouts, if you have to, brown in 2 batches, removing the first batch to a plate.) Once the sprouts are browned, toss in the skillet and roast in the oven for 5 minutes. Remove and toss with the chili flakes and the remaining tablespoon of the oil. Roast until tender, 6 to 7 minutes. As soon as the sprouts are out of the oven, sprinkle with the lemon zest and squeeze the lemon half over the top. Toss well. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve.

LEMON-DIJON ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Cut the bottom of each brussel sprout off (less than 1/4") and then slice in half lengthwise.
• Combine all other ingredients in a bowl. Then toss brussels sprouts with sauce in a baking dish - Spread sprouts in a single layer.
• Roast for 25 minutes or until brussel sprouts are slightly browned and tender throughout.
• Serve hot or cold.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH WARM BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Boil or steam Brussels sprouts until just crisp tender.
• While sprouts are cooking, melt butter in skillet or saucepan.
• Add onion and sauté over medium low heat until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
• Add chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt and sugar.
• Bring to a boil, lower heat, and let simmer for 1 minute.
• Add cooked Brussels sprouts, stir to coat, and let simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Serve warm.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS DIJON

Steps:

• Place sprouts and water in a 1 quart casserole dish.
• Cover and microwave on high 7 minutes or until tender-crisp then drain.
• Add remaining ingredients.
• Toss together to coat sprouts.
• Serve.