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    Home » Gluten Free » Hazelnut Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Virtual Holiday Brunch Potluck)

    Published: Dec 6, 2011 · Modified: Mar 15, 2018 by Carolyn

    Hazelnut Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Virtual Holiday Brunch Potluck)

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    Today we are going to discuss a much-maligned vegetable, the Brussels sprout. Poor Brussels has quite a bad rap, and is hated by millions the world over. See, Brussels suffers from a syndrome called “being over-cooked”, a terrible, terrible malady. It is a descendent of wild cabbage, and like most other cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, kale, etc.), overcooking breaks down a compound that then releases a sulphurous odor. And yes, by sulphurous, I do mean that it smells like someone has a bad case of intestinal upset. What’s a poor overcooked vegetable to do? I must have had someone in my childhood who knew how to cook Brussels sprouts because I’ve always liked them. I’ve had some not so good ones, but knew an overcooked version when I saw it. My husband, on the other hand, shudders at the very thought and has all but banned them from our kitchen.

    But I was invited to join a virtual Holiday Brunch Potluck organized by Julie, of The Little Kitchen, the idea being that we all post a different dishes and link them in together, as if we were attending a real potluck. I signed on a bit late and was assigned to the side dishes. This blog is focused primarily on the sweets and treats, but I do make my share of delicious sides and I took this on as a great challenge. And to add to the challenge, I thought I might whip up a batch of Brussels sprouts and see if I could get my husband to change his mind. I was put in mind of a Brussels sprouts dish that my father’s wife had made on a family vacation, which included hazelnuts. My husband never got a chance to try them, as he was laid low with a nasty virus and spent the last day of our vacation in bed. But I remembered them as quite good, enough so that I had two helpings. And definitely a worthy and healthy side dish for Holiday Brunch Potluck.

    honey roasted brussels sprouts

    I also happened to have recently picked up a bottle of roasted hazelnut oil and was casting around for ways to use it. Specialty oils like this are a relatively new love of mine and I’ve discovered a good, inexpensive source for them at TJ Maxx/Homegoods. I always keep a large bottle of walnut oil at the ready, and I’ve eyed the hazelnut oil a number of times. When I happened to see a bottle on clearance, I grabbed it. And it just seemed tailor-made for using with Brussels sprouts, the rich flavour of the oil adding a depth to the slight nuttiness of the vegetable. I found an excellent recipe for Brussels in Cook’s Illustrated, which uses a bit of water in a tightly covered pan to steam the sprouts a touch and make them more tender before going on to roast them. So I followed that method for the most part, adapting it to add the hazelnut oil, some garlic and some roasted hazelnuts.

    The Results: If success here is to be measured by getting a self-declared Brussels hater to enjoy them, then I am ready to declare victory. Because my husband ate them and enjoyed them, and I am now officially granted permission to make Brussels sprouts whenever I so choose. That said, he didn’t go back for more than one helping. But I did. They were mine, all MINE and I happily ate them several days in a row. Interestingly, I almost liked them better on the second and third day when re-heated gently. I think the flavours had a chance to meld and develop a bit more. It’s such a simple side-dish, and certainly healthy and flavourful. If you have Brussels sprouts haters in your life that you want to win over to the dark side, I’d definitely give this recipe a second glance.

    Make sure you check out all the other great participants in our Virtual Holiday Brunch Potluck below. From cocktails to dessert, this is a fantastic collection of holiday recipes that you won’t want to miss!

    Hazelnut Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
    ¼ cup roasted hazelnut oil
    1 tablespoon hot water
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    ½ teaspoon salt
    ¼ teaspoon pepper
    ½ cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped

    Preheat oven to 500F.

    In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts, oil, water, garlic, salt and pepper until sprouts are well coated. Transfer to a 9×13 inch glass or ceramic baking dish.

    Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 10 minutes. Then remove foil and continue to roast until lightly browned and tender, about 12 more minutes.

    Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with chopped toasted hazelnuts and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Serves 8 to 10. For 8 servings, each serving has a total of 9.8 g of carbs 4.1 g of fiber. Total NET CARBS = 5.7 g.

    The Drink
    Godiva Mudslide Minitini – Kristen from Dine & Dish

    Main Dishes
    Gingerbread French Toast – Diane from Created by Diane
    Asian Fusion Omelette/Frittata – Jeanette from Jeanette’s Healthy Living
    Naomi from Bakers Royale

    Side Dishes
    Potato Casserole – Julie from The Little Kitchen
    Hazelnut Roasted Brussel Sprouts – Carolyn from All Day I Dream About Food

    Dessert
    Gingerbread Pumpkin Trifle with Cranberry Pomegranate Sauce – Sommer from A Spicy Perspective Gingerbread
    Almond Brickle Coffee Cake – Kathy from Cooking On the Side
    Gingerbread Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Buttercream – Cheryl from TidyMom

    Party Favor/Hostess Gift
    Dark Chocolate Bark with Ginger, Pumpkin Seeds and Apricots – Sylvie from Gourmande in the Kitchen

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    1. C Brannon says

      January 16, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      Our favorite brussel sprout is saute with bacon and cranberries. Will be trying this way soon!

      Reply
    2. food_dreamer says

      February 09, 2012 at 12:44 am

      Wow, thanks for letting me know!

      Carolyn

      Blog: All Day I Dream About Food
      URL: https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com

      Reply
    3. Nate@HouseOfAnnie says

      February 09, 2012 at 12:41 am

      Hi, did you know that an Android app called "Low Carb Recipes" by Gizmopress has stolen your recipe for its app:
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      Reply
    4. Nami says

      December 12, 2011 at 8:00 am

      My love for Brussel sprout is huge… I'm going to try this one as soon as I get a chance – prob after vacation though. Brussel sprouts are one of my favorite veggies and it's so nice to get new recipe! I have never tried one with hazelnuts. Can't wait!

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    5. Becky says

      December 09, 2011 at 5:49 pm

      I just discovered roasted Brussels Sprouts at Thanksgiving. Yours look so good, and I have to get some hazelnuts. Thanks for for TJ Maxx HomeGoods tips.

      Reply
    6. Marly says

      December 09, 2011 at 2:19 pm

      I love Brussels Sprouts! Looks like a great recipe!

      Reply
    7. happywhennothungry says

      December 09, 2011 at 2:45 am

      I love hazelnuts but have never had them with brussel sprouts before. Def will have to try this!

      Reply
    8. Karen says

      December 08, 2011 at 5:47 pm

      I have to admit that I'm not a huge Brussels sprouts fan myself, but I think this preparation might just get me to change my mind! The hazelnut oil sounds like a perfect addition…I'm keeping my eye out for some of that.

      Reply
    9. Val says

      December 08, 2011 at 4:51 pm

      This looks like the perfect side dish. The idea of pairing the brussels sprouts with hazelnuts is beautiful 🙂

      Reply
    10. Liz says

      December 08, 2011 at 2:49 pm

      I'm so happy I'm not the only one blogging about Brussels sprouts in the midst of all the decadent goodies 🙂 YUM.

      Reply
    11. marla says

      December 08, 2011 at 2:09 pm

      I love roasted brussels sprouts and the hazelnuts make them ever better!

      Reply
    12. Brian says

      December 08, 2011 at 1:46 pm

      Loving this preparation of Brussels sprouts! Looks wonderful!

      Reply
    13. food_dreamer says

      December 08, 2011 at 12:45 pm

      Will happily like your FB page…can you send me the direct link?

      Carolyn

      Blog: All Day I Dream About Food
      URL: https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com

      Reply
    14. Purabi Naha says

      December 08, 2011 at 10:05 am

      What a yummy preparation! Loved this recipe and the way you write. I am fond of food and I think there is a lot to learn from you! Your photography is praiseworthy too. I am a fan of your facebook page. Please feel free to follow my FB page (Cosmopolitan Currymania) if you like! http://cosmopolitancurrymania.blogspot.com

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    15. Sarah says

      December 08, 2011 at 8:14 am

      I used to work at a famous Melbourne restaurant clled Donovans, and they did a sweet and salty brussel sprouts dish with roasted chestnuts – it was amazing, and converted all previous brussel haters. Was only talking about it yesterday…. (and it's 10 years at least since I worked there!)

      Nuts and funky veggies – can only be a good thing. Will have to give this a go!

      Reply
    16. KimBee_Cravings says

      December 08, 2011 at 6:27 am

      Okay I admit I am not a brussels fan but mixing them with hazelnuts might just have me changing my mind. This is truly inspired. Love, love, love it.

      Reply
    17. Barbara says

      December 08, 2011 at 4:51 am

      Love this dish; having a big love affair with the sprouts I used to despise. Roasting is the reason why!

      Reply
    18. Magic of Spice says

      December 08, 2011 at 2:50 am

      These are wonderful! I agree they have gotten a bad rap and tend to get over cooked, but these sound fantastic 🙂
      And I love this virtual lunch…so fun 🙂

      Reply
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