Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hot Honey
Pine Nuts, Bleu Cheese, Red Jalapeño
Here’s a great side dish for Christmas or winter holidays in general. Hot honey’s sweet heat contrasts beautifully with the earthy Brussels sprouts, tangy bleu cheese, and buttery pine nuts. It also ties the flavors together by adding a touch of sweetness and spice. Thinly sliced red jalapeños add that festive touch!
The creamy, piquant flavor of bleu cheese complements the slightly bitter taste of Brussels sprouts. This pairing works especially well when the Brussels sprouts are roasted, as the caramelization enhances their natural sweetness. The pine nuts toasty, nutty flavors add another layer of depth and another texture to the dish.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hot Honey Recipe
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Trim the sprouts. Peel off several of the leaves so the individual leaves can become extra caramelized while roasting. Cut the larger sprouts in half.
Place on a baking sheet and toss with olive oil, sea salt, and fresh ground pepper.
Roast at 400°F for about 25 to 30 minutes until the whole sprouts are cooked through and the individual leaves are caramelized.
To Plate
Drizzle hot honey over the cooked sprouts. Place sprouts on a platter and drizzle with a bit more honey. Sprinkle toasted pine nuts and crumbled bleu cheese on top. Garnish with thinly sliced red jalapeño.
Hot Honey
My nephew Stone is a hot honey connoisseur. He recommends Savannah Bee Company Hot Honey. Sweet wildflower honey is infused with scotch bonnet and habanero peppers for a complex condiment that is the perfect combination of sweet and spice and is not overly hot.
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