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Brown Sugar Brussel Sprouts
Roasted Brussel sprouts with brown sugar, cranberries, and pecans are a delicious side dish for holiday meals or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 291 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
North American
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh Brussel sprouts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup pecans chopped
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Trim the stems of the Brussel sprouts and remove any discolored outer leaves. Slice them in half lengthwise.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.
- Add the Brussel sprouts and cranberries and toss to coat them evenly with the brown sugar mixture.
- Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in the center of the oven 15 -20 minutes, until sprouts are tender and beginning to caramelize.
- Return to a bowl and add the pecans. Toss to combine and serve.
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Notes
- Use small Brussels sprouts: Smaller sprouts tend to be sweeter and more flavorful. Plus, they crisp up better. If you have the option, opt for small, tightly closed sprouts.
- Watch your oven: All ovens vary slightly, so keep an eye on the Brussels sprouts as they roast to make sure they don’t burn. You may want to invest in an oven thermometer to double-check the accuracy of your oven.
- Roast flat side down: For the crispiest, most caramelized texture, make sure you cook Brussels sprouts flat side down.
- Don’t crowd the pan: To prevent a steamed Brussels sprouts texture, leave ample room between each one on your baking pan. If need be, use two baking pans.
- Dry after washing: Thoroughly dry the Brussels sprouts after washing them. If you skip this step, they won’t crisp up as nicely.
- Don’t move them around: It may be tempting to move the sprouts around and check on them, but the less you move them, the more charred they will turn out.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1g
Calories
291kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
Sodium
115mg
(5%)
Potassium
500mg
(14%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
22g
(44%)
Vitamin A
864IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
97mg
(108%)
Calcium
69mg
(7%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 291
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 291kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Sodium | 115mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 500mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 864IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 97mg | 108% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.