I am going to admit that I was a picky child. My mother was soft and would often make two dinners to please her children. She still does this for her grandchildren, even going as far as making them all different things. She does it out of love and the idea that anybody could get hungry is all too much for her. I have inherited that trait somewhat, as I would always have snacks in my classroom because it was a reality, for my at-risk kids, that they actually would go hungry at times. However, I'm not as nice with my children. I might be mushy at times, but not soft.
Anyway, the point I'm trying to make is that I have NEVER tried a Brussels sprout. I haven't heard good things about them. They have a pretty bad reputation. Kind of like me in high school!
Soooo...anyway... Brussels sprouts, back to Brussels sprouts.
I have seen this and similar recipes pinned on Pinterest talking about how these are so good and give Brussels sprouts a place in every one's fridge again. So, I decided to give this grilled recipe from food52.com a try! I mean it says it even won a contest with this recipe! Plus it has Parmesan cheese as an ingredient! Hello, cheese makes everything taste good, right?
The Ingredients:
The ingredients are all easy to find at any local grocery store. Brussels sprouts, olive oil, spices, lemon zest, and the optional Parmesan cheese and bacon. I had forgotten to put celery salt on my list, so my sprouts didn't have that ingredient nor did I use the bacon.
The Process:
This recipe was simple. Slop everything together in a bowl, use tongs to place on a hot grill and flip every few minutes. Toss back in the bowl, add optional ingredients and serve!
The Verdict:
Here is the exact quote from my husband, "They still taste like nasty, wet, feet." Although I wouldn't go that far, I wasn't impressed. The outside tasted pretty good as that's where all the flavor was, but the insides were not good. My children spit them out or simply licked them and turned their noses. I ate about 4 just to give a good effort. However, we will not be buying Brussels sprouts again. As my friend said to me, "It's a love or hate relationship. Hardly any in between." Well, I officially break up with Brussels sprouts! Here's to my trusty asparagus, corn on the cob and Steam Fresh Microwave Veggie bags!
Picture of the Process:
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| They are all tossed with the ingredients and ready for the grill! |
