Brussels Sprouts
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Brussels sprouts are a slow-growing cool-season brassica at Cold Springs Organics, maturing in the fall and developing their best flavour after a frost. Small and dense, they taste nutty and sweet when roasted — nothing like the overboiled sprouts of childhood.
How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Refrigerate on the stalk if still attached (they keep longer that way).
- Loose sprouts keep in a produce bag in the crisper for up to a week.
- Do not trim or wash until ready to use.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Trim the base and remove any loose or yellowed outer leaves. Halve for faster, crispier cooking. Rinse just before cooking.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Roasted — halve, toss with oil and salt, roast cut-side down at 425°F for 20–25 minutes until caramelized.
- Shaved raw — slice paper-thin for a crisp salad dressed with lemon and parmesan.
- Sautéed with bacon — cook halved sprouts in a pan with a bit of bacon until golden; finish with balsamic.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Crispy roasted sprouts — roast halved Brussels sprouts at high heat until deeply browned, toss with a drizzle of honey and hot sauce, and scatter over a grain bowl.