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edit About Brussels Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts are a type vegetable related to the cabbage family. The edible portion of this vegetable is the leafy bud or small cabbage-like head which grows in the axils of each leaf. The tops of the vegetable are sometimes used as salad greens.
Brussels Sprouts provide an excellent source of Vitamins A and C, dietary fiber and folic acid.
When preparing Brussels Sprouts, first trim off the bottom of each sprout and then peel off any discolored leaves. This vegetable can be boiled, roasted or steamed and eaten alone or mixed with other vegetables.
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Recipes With Brussels Sprouts
Baby Cabbage Kebabs
Balsamic Vinegar, Black Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Garlic, Onion
Balsamic Vinegar, Black Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Garlic, Onion
Baked Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin
Bacon, Bread Crumbs, Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Cheddar Cheese
Bacon, Bread Crumbs, Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Cheddar Cheese
Garniture A La Jardiniere
Asparagus, Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Carrots
Asparagus, Beans, Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Carrots
Mushroom Miso Cornucopia
Black Pepper, Brussel Sprouts, Miso, Mushrooms, Oil
Black Pepper, Brussel Sprouts, Miso, Mushrooms, Oil
Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Parmesan Cheese, Salt
Brussels Sprouts, Butter, Parmesan Cheese, Salt
Recommended Pairings With Brussels Sprouts
Other Names:Brussel Sprouts, 抱子甘蓝 (Chinese), براعم بروكسل (Arabic), Couve de Bruxelas (Portuguese), Choux de Bruxelles (French), Co... All Translations
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Wikipedia
The Brussels (or brussels) sprout (''Brassica oleracea'' Gemmifera Group) of the Brassicaceae family, is a Cultivar group of wild cabbage cultivated for its small (typically diameter) leafy green buds, which resemble miniature cabbages.
