White Cheddar Brussels Sprouts & Pistachio Crostini with Hot Honey
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White Cheddar Brussels Sprouts & Pistachio Crostini with Hot Honey
Description
The recipe begins by slicing a French baguette into half-inch diagonal pieces and toasting them until crisp. Shredded Brussels sprouts are sautéed in olive oil until they develop slight golden edges and tender texture. A dressing made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice and zest, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper adds brightness and a touch of sweetness to the sprouts.
After dressing the Brussels sprouts, the mixture is placed on toasted bread slices, then sprinkled with sharp white cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Chopped toasted pistachios provide a crunchy contrast in texture. A drizzle of honey mixed with hot sauce or cayenne pepper adds a sweet heat, balancing the savory and nutty elements.
These crostini are well suited as a flavorful appetizer or light snack. Adding cooked bacon to the Brussels sprouts mixture is an option for more richness. Italian bread can be used for larger toasts. The dish offers a blend of creamy, crunchy, tangy, and spicy notes, making it versatile for many occasions.
Ingredients
- For the brussels:
- 1 pound brussels sprout washed, stems removed, roughly chopped or shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the dressing:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- black pepper lots of freshly ground
- For the crostini:
- 1 French baguette or italian bread, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices
- 1 1/2 cup sharp white cheddar cheese shredded, plus more if necessary and you want them extra cheesy
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/3 cup pistachio chopped, roasted, shelled, toasted chopped hazelnuts would also be fabulous
- For the hot honey:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce or sub a pinch or two of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and place baguette slices on top. If you can’t fit them all, you’ll need to use two baking sheets. Set aside.
- Shred your brussels sprouts. To save time you can buy them pre-shredded from the store, too! Otherwise, shred the brussels sprouts by using a food processor with the slicing attachment and pulse until the brussels sprouts are thinly sliced. If you don’t have a food processor, feel free to use a sharp knife to thinly slice.
- Make the dressing for the brussels sprouts and set aside: in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, dijon, garlic, salt and pepper. This won’t seem like much, but it’s just enough to give the brussels some delicious tang and flavor!
- Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet and place over medium high heat. Stir in brussels sprouts and saute for a few minutes until they start to become slightly golden brown and a little crispy; don’t burn them though. Turn off the heat and immediately toss with the dressing.
- Evenly divide brussels sprouts mixture over the slices of bread. Then top with shredded white cheddar, a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and the chopped pistachios. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the edges of crostini are slightly golden.
- Make the hot honey: add honey and hot sauce to a small bowl, microwave for 10-15 seconds. Drizzle honey over the crostini. Serve immediately. Makes approximately 18-20 crostini or 16 slices of italian type of bread!
Notes
- Adding chopped cooked bacon to the sautéed Brussels sprouts mixture is recommended for an extra layer of flavor.
- For larger crostini, substitute French baguette with Italian bread slices.
- Prepare the crostini ahead of time by toasting bread and cooking Brussels sprouts in advance, assembling just before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20crostini
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1crostini (based on 20) | |
| Calories | 110cal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 11.1g | 4% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 10% |
| Fat | 5.4g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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