Merv Griffins Brussels Sprouts Recipes

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Saute garlic in olive oil over medium heat until golden, then discard.
• Slice brussels sprouts in half lengthwise.
• Saute brussels sprouts, face down, in garlic flavored oil until golden, and bright green.
• Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

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.

COMPANY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Add remaining ingredients to the drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes or until brussels sprouts are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with bacon.

MERV GRIFFIN'S BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Cut the bacon strips into 1/4 inch pieces, and place into a 12 inch skillet along with the chopped onions.
• Cook the bacon and onions until the bacon is cooked but not crisp--about 5 minutes.
• Cut the baby Brussels sprouts in half lengthwise.
• Push the bacon and onions over to the side of the skillet.
• Arrange the Brussels sprouts cut side down in the skillet, and sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
• Add the water and cover tightly.
• Cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the sprouts are fork tender.
• Stir the sprouts, bacon and onions together and place in a serving dish.