Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Porcini Mushrooms

March 11th, 2008

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For some reason I’ve been geeking out on brussel sprouts lately. I see them on a menu and can’t wait to order them. Perhaps it’s because I never had to eat them as a child, I feel as if I’ve been cheated of some childhood rite of passage. Make me eat those sprouts, darnit! Anyway, I felt it was high time that I prepped some at home and I was very pleased with how this recipe turned out.

Think brussels sprouts are gross? Wait until you try this deliciously simple recipe, perfect for weeknight meals. After roasting in the oven for under twenty minutes, the sprouts will be soft to the touch and the outsides should peel off, while the insides remain tough and crunchy. You can make a bunch of these in advance and then keep them in your refrigerator, like I did. They actually soak up additional flavor over time.

Ingredients:
20 brussels sprouts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 oz. dried porcini mushrooms
2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and Pepper to taste

Preheat the oven to 400F. While the oven is preheateing, fill a small bowl with hot water and soak the porcinis in the bowl. In a larger bowl, toss the brussel sprouts with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder.

When the oven has reached 400 degrees, place brussel sprouts on a baking sheet and roast for approximately 16 minutes, depending on your desired level of softness.

When the sprouts are done, pour the porcini and water mix on top of the sprouts in the pan. Dump the sprouts and porcinis (with water) into a bowl, and toss to coat. The porcini water will soak into the sprouts, giving them a delightful earthy flavor. Serve now, or place in your refrigerator for future enjoyment.

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5 Responses to “Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Porcini Mushrooms”

  1. emily on March 12, 2008 8:02 pm

    Brussel sprouts = no thank you.

  2. rachel beck on March 13, 2008 4:18 pm

    Usually I say no thank you too due to the smell while cooking them…. however that picture makes them look oh so appetizing! I want some

  3. Turdette Ferguson on March 19, 2008 5:08 pm

    that looks so good! make me some! also, let’s get brussel sprouts at momo ssam. delisprout.

  4. Ashley on March 21, 2008 11:50 am

    My view on brussel sprouts is the same as yours Erika! Never forced to consume them as a child and as a result, can not get enough brussels (or spinach, broc, etc for that matter…)! Our mama’s raised us right!

  5. Erika Strum on March 21, 2008 11:54 am

    haha, I love spinach and broccoli too! I think we’ve got somethin here…

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