72 Ways to Use Brussels Sprouts from the Garden

What to do with lots of Brussels sprouts?
How do you cook brussels sprouts from the garden?
How do you store brussel sprouts from the garden?
How far in advance can you prep brussel sprouts?
Why are brussel sprouts not good for you?
How long should I steam brussel sprouts?
How do you know when brussel sprouts are ready to pick?
Do you need to soak brussel sprouts before cooking?
Should I cut the top off my brussel sprouts?
Should you cut brussel sprouts in half before cooking?
Do brussel sprouts come back every year?
What is the best way to freeze brussel sprouts?

What to do with lots of Brussels sprouts?

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Ginger, Walnut, and Brussels Sprout Pastry Twirls.

How do you cook brussels sprouts from the garden?

Twist or snap off the buds, or cut them with a knife at the base where the sprout meets the stem. Be sure to pick them before they start to turn yellow, as they will become bitter and tough. The early harvests won't be as flavorful as those that have been exposed to a sweetening frost or two.

How do you store brussel sprouts from the garden?

How to store Brussel sprouts from the garden? Just pick them with the stem intact and keep them in an airtight plastic bag in your fridge. Be sure to wait on washing them until they are ready to be used. Keeping Brussel sprouts on the stalk is a good idea, because it makes them stay fresh for longer.

How far in advance can you prep brussel sprouts?

While Brussels sprouts are best kept whole until you're ready to use them, we certainly can't deny the benefits of prepping them ahead of time. If you do trim, cut, or shred Brussels sprouts ahead of time, do so no more than one to two days in advance, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Why are brussel sprouts not good for you?

You could also overdo it on the fiber if you eat too many Brussels sprouts. Symptoms of too much fiber in your diet include bloating, gas, abdominal pain, constipation, and more unfortunate digestive side effects.

How long should I steam brussel sprouts?

Fit a large pot with a steamer insert; fill with water to bottom of insert. Cover, and bring to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts, and season with salt; steam, tossing halfway through, until bright green and just tender, 6 to 8 minutes.

How do you know when brussel sprouts are ready to pick?

Brussels sprouts are ready to harvest when the tiny heads are firm, green, and 1 to 2 inches in diameter. Remove sprouts by twisting them until they break away from the plant. As you remove the lower sprouts, you can also remove yellowing leaves; the plant continues to grow upward, producing more leaves and sprouts.

Do you need to soak brussel sprouts before cooking?

To prepare, soak Brussels sprouts in a bowl of cold, salted water for 20 minutes. ... Drain and trim the stem ends of the Brussels sprouts, pulling off any yellow outer leaves. Cut each sprout into thirds from stem to top. Toss sprout slices in a bowl with the olive oil, salt and pepper.

Should I cut the top off my brussel sprouts?

Always leave the top healthiest leaves because they continue to feed the stalk. The Brussels sprout plant can grow to several feet, and topping it (cutting off its growth head) when these top buds are still immature sends energy down the stalk and feeds the growing sprouts.

Should you cut brussel sprouts in half before cooking?

Cut off the stem end. If the sprouts are small, leave them whole before cooking. If they seem to be rather large or have a thick core, halve or quarter them into uniform pieces. ... (To make these beautiful roasted Brussels sprouts, trim them but leave them whole.

Do brussel sprouts come back every year?

Do Brussels sprouts come back every year? Brussels sprouts will survive for one more year, as long as you live in a zone where temperatures never drop below 15 degrees F. Brussels sprouts are a biennial, and their natural growing cycle is two years long.

What is the best way to freeze brussel sprouts?

Quick-freeze Brussels sprouts individually on a cookie sheet. For fastest freezing, place the sheet close to where cold air enters your freezer. After sprouts are frozen, tuck them into freezer bags in bulk. Remove as much air as possible from bags before sealing.