Creamy Parmesan Garlic Brussels Sprouts

Nov 12, 2024

This Brussels Sprouts dish is creamy, cheesy, and delicious! Even the pickiest sprouts skeptics will dive into a second helping!

PREP TIME: 15 mins  •  COOK TIME: 30 mins   •  MAKES: 8 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 10 ounces bacon cut into strips
• 2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved lengthwise
• 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Pinch of grated fresh nutmeg
• 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Fry the bacon in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Set aside.
3. Drain most of the bacon fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon for added flavour. In the same skillet, melt the butter, then add the Brussels sprouts. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and cook while stirring occasionally, for about 6 minutes. Add the shallots, garlic, and thyme, and cook while stirring, for about 4 minutes, or until shallots are just tender. Stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, nutmeg, black pepper, and 1 tsp salt. Crumble the cooked bacon into the mixture, and stir to combine. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the Parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and smooth. Top the sprouts mixture with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake the Brussels sprouts, uncovered, until cheese is bubbly and sprouts are tender; about 20-30 minutes.

Roasted Maple Glazed Carrots

Nov 12, 2024

These maple glazed carrots are sweet and delicious and the perfect side dish to ham, pork, turkey, or chicken.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds carrots, washed and scrubbed, ends trimmed, cut lengthwise
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• ¼ cup light brown sugar
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
• chopped fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
• sesame seeds, optional

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400˚F and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
2. Transfer the carrots to the baking sheet and spread out in one single layer. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup and brown sugar.
4. Dot pieces of butter over the carrots in several different places and pour the maple mixture over the carrots. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
5. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, tossing at least once during cooking, until the carrots are fork tender.  If desired, sprinkle the carrots with sesame seeds the last few minutes of cooking. Move carrots to a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy!