Brussels Sprouts With Almonds And Manchego Recipes

SHAVED BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD WITH DATES, MANCHEGO AND ALMONDS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice and shallots. Let stand 5 minutes, so the acidity in the lemon juice can begin to break down the shallots. Whisk in the Dijon and honey until well combined. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season aggressively with salt and add pepper to taste.
• Add the sprouts, dates, manchego and almonds and toss to coat. The salad can be dressed 15 to 20 minutes in advance if you like more tender Brussels sprouts.

PAN ROASTED ALMOND BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Trim the cut ends of the brussel sprout, remove any outer leaves that fall off, and cut the sprouts in half lengthwise.
• Heat oil and in a large flat-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
• When the oil it hot, sprinkle salt and pepper in the oil and cover the bottom of the pan with the sprouts, cut side down. Don't worry if the sprouts touch, just get as many in as you can.
• Sprinkle the top of the sprouts with a little more salt and pepper and let them sizzle for approximately 5 minutes.
• Divide the butter and drop small amounts around the top of the pan. It will melt down over the sprouts.
• After another minute or two, check a sprout to see if it's browning nicely. If so, turn the sprouts over and allow the other sides to brown for another 5 minutes.
• Sprinkle the almonds over the sprouts and stir the pan to incorporate the nuts. Watch carefully to prevent the almonds from scorching.
• Roast for another 3-5 minutes, until the sprouts and almonds are toasty and crisp. Serve as is or sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top for a little extra goodness!