Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Toasted Pecans

Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pecans

Brussel sprouts have always seemed like a vegetable for adults. Even though I actually enjoyed eating all kinds of vegetables while growing up (beets and lima beans were odd favorites of mine), I don’t recall eating them as a child. These mini cabbage-like healthful buds have also increased in popularity over the years. But like most cabbage and other stinky vegetables, they aren’t particularly appealing to children. The trick is to add a touch of sweetness. The caramelization in these honey roasted brussel sprouts make them enticing for both children and adults alike.

Last year during brussel sprouts season (fall/holiday) , I made this yummy Brussel Sprouts with Bacon dish adapted from the “James Beard Cookbook,” by the late great James Beard. Although awesome for bacon lovers, it doesn’t work so well for vegetarians or even those trying to eat healthier. While paging through the massive “The New York Times Cookbook” by Craig Claiborne – another great American foodie – I stumbled on a small collection of brussel sprout recipes. I was inspired by these variations, and although this honey roasted version isn’t a direct adaptation from any one recipe, I took the idea of  caramelization from one while adding the nuts from another. Roasted brussel sprouts and a touch of honey create a sweet rich flavor. The toasted pecans are just a bonus, adding a contrast in nuttiness and texture.

Honey Brussel Sprouts

You may be thinking “why do I need another roasted brussel sprout recipe when roasting them with oil, salt, and pepper is perfectly delicious?”

Answer: If you haven’t tried brussel sprouts with a sweet component like honey, you need another sprout recipe in your life. The caramlization chemistry that occurs between the sprouts and the sweetness of the honey is awesome. You may even forget you’re eating a healthy vegetable.

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