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Vegetable Profile: Brussel Sprouts

10/28/2020

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Vegetable Profile: Brussel Sprouts (Brassica oleracea, var. gemmifera)
Description:

Orginating from its namesake, Brussels, Belgium, Brussel sprouts are a curious cabbage family plant. Formed on long stalks and topped with a cabbage-like rosette, it makes sense why the Germans call this "Rosenkohol", or "rose cabbage". It has seen a huge surge in popularity in the last decade in the United States - and deservedly so. There's no subsitute for roasted brussel sprouts on the dinner table! 
 
Nutrition:
​Much like its cousins in the cabbage family, it supports the stomach and large intestine as well as the liver. An excellent source of folic acid, vitamins C and K, and beta-carotene. High in anticancer antioxidants and numerous glucosinolates. 

Storage:
Store in a water-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. 

Use: 
Brussels can be cut and steamed, roasted, or stir-fried. If you want to serve them whole, simply cut an X into the base to allow the thickest part to cook fully.

Sources:
The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia by Rebecca Wood
Asparagus to Zucchini by Fairshare Coalition
Produce: A fruit and vegetable lover's guide by Bruce Beck
Our own experience!​
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