Sicilian Roasted Cauliflower Brussels Sprouts Recipes

SICILIAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER & BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/gas 6.
• Place the pine nuts on a baking tray and roast in the oven until golden, set aside to cool down.
• Trim the outer leaves and base from the cauliflower, then cut into small florets.
• Trim the ends from the Brussels sprouts and slice in half, keeping hold of the loose leaves.
• Cover the raisins in boiling water, leave for about 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.
• Place the cauliflower florets and sprouts in a large roasting pan, scatter over the saffron threads, then pour over 2 tablespoons each of the olive and garlic oils. Season well and mix together gently.
• Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the florets and sprouts are tender and starting to caramelise. You may find that the loose sprout leaves start to really crisp up; don't be alarmed, it adds a lovely smoky element to the overall flavour.
• Transfer the roasted cauliflower and sprouts to a serving bowl and add the pine nuts and raisins. Season to taste, then give the whole mixture a gentle stir to ensure everything is combined and coated in the saffron oil, and then serve.

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS & CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon. , In a large bowl, mix the garlic, oil, butter, salt, pepper and reserved drippings. Add Brussels sprouts and cauliflower; toss to coat. Transfer to 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans., Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle each pan with 2 tablespoons cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with bacon and, if desired, additional cheese.

SICILIAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook the pancetta over medium heat until browned. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon., Add Brussels sprouts to pan; cook and stir until lightly browned. Remove from the heat. Stir in the capers, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper., Bake, uncovered, at 350° until caramelized, stirring occasionally, 15-20 minutes. Add the raisins, pine nuts, lemon zest and pancetta; toss to coat.