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November 19, 2006
Very Few People Have The Same Rapturous Relationship With Brussels Sprouts That You Do
MR and I were discussing an article by Allister Crowley called "Excited Enthusiasm" today over lunch. I've never read it, but MR informed me that it discusses the uses of alcohol, drugs, and sex to achieve higher (or at least altered) levels of consciousness. As MR was making the list of substances Crowley employed to these purposes, I inserted "brussles sprouts?"
"Very few people have the same rapturous relationship with brussels sprouts that you do," he said.
It's true. I doubt that very many people are having ecstatic experiences with brussels sprouts. But considering the importance of cruciferous vegetables in my diet and the availability of fresh, petite brussels sprouts at the Allentown Farmers' Market, it's no surprise that I've lately reached brussels sprout nirvana. I like them just plain, steamed with a bit of my Austrailian extra virgin olive oil.
Tonight I'm going to make MR a brussels sprout dish, and I can't quite think yet of what to make. If anyone is around and reading before 6:00 pm, send me your favorite low-calorie brussels sprout recipe, and maybe I'll make it for dinner!
Posted by april at November 19, 2006 3:13 PM
Comments
I've been loving brussel sprouts lately, too. I'm partial to them roasted -- spritzed with a little olive oil on a baking sheet and left in the oven at 400 degrees for 45 minutes, turning once. I've also been adding some wedges of red onion to this and they come out sweet and delicious. I top it all with a little balsamic vinegar. :)
Posted by: stretchoutandwait at November 20, 2006 7:58 AM
Mom made a dish with brussel sprouts, white onions and green tomatoes the other day which was quite delicious. Just cook them in a little bit of water all together, then add a bit of olive oil, after they're done. I bet you can replace green tomatoes with green apples and get an interesting result as well.
Posted by: istanbulwitchy at November 20, 2006 10:50 AM
Now I know you're weird..... ;-)
Posted by: Judith at November 20, 2006 6:21 PM
It's all my fault. I introduced April to brussel sprouts. I love the little critters too, especially when they are fresh.
Posted by: Marti at November 21, 2006 6:41 PM