They are from the cruciferous vegetable family, closely related to cabbage, kale, and broccoli, They are a good source of fiber, iron, Vitamin A, C, K.īrussels Sprouts plants are very beautiful and unique, their thick stalks are covered with small sprouts, and at the top of the plant are cascading giant green leaves. These mini cabbage-like sprouts were actually first cultivated in Belgium in the 16th century. Are Roasted Brussels Sprouts Good For You?ĭid you know that Brussel Sprouts grow on stalks? yes, they do! Although it is more popular to find them selling already cut off the stalk. No wonder why they remain fresh, plump, and vibrant for several weeks when refrigerated on the stalk. The stalks actually supply nutrients and moisture to the Brussel sprouts after harvest. Have you noticed when buying Brussel Sprouts stalks that the stalks are kept in a bin in the store, and they aren’t refrigerated like the ones that are sold in bags? It is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful addition to my Thanksgiving and Christmas table.Ĭheck out the Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes that I made 4 years ago from the Brussel sprout stalk, this year was no exception. Roasting Brussels sprouts is something I enjoyed doing for quite a while now, every fall I look forward to purchasing Brussel Sprouts stalks from the grocery store. Other oven roasted vegetables to try are Roasted Cabbage Steaks, Oven Roasted Asparagus, Whole Roasted Cauliflower. Natural sugars are released by caramelization, as the Brussels Sprout roast. Roasting your vegetables is a great way to make your veggies more flavorful, even the pickiest eaters will love them. I got my Brussel Sprouts on the stalk from Trader Joe’s but they are also sold at Wegman’s and other major supermarkets. They will make an impressive presentation for your Christmas table. Enjoy Roasted Brussels Sprout Stalk cooked directly on the stalk until your Brussel Sprouts are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender, moist on the interior with a slightly garlicky sweet caramelized taste.
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