Brussel sprouts are native to the Mediterranean region. In fact, they were first cultivated in the 13th century near Brussels, Belgium from which the little cabbages derived their name. They are a cruciferous vegetable the same as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, collard greens, cabbage and kohlrabi. Brussels are typically cooked by either boiling, steaming, stir frying,
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Fresh asparagus, Brussels sprouts, eggs, cream and cheese make this Instant Pot frittata a deliciously yummy breakfast that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s an easy recipe with simple steps and ingredients and is the perfect recipe for your Instant Pot. The Frittata is sometimes called the Italian version of an omelette. The Frittata has often
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Most of us love our butter and jam for biscuits, toast, and pancakes among others. Now without the jam, take that same butter and melt it in a sauce pan until it foams, sputters, and browns into a nutty, toasty silky aroma. The French call browned butter “beurre noisette” or “hazelnut butter,” because of that
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Gnocchi is an Italian pasta, with the most common being the classic potato gnocchi. The word gnocchi may be derived from the Italian word nocchio, meaning a knot in wood, or from nocca, meaning knuckle. They are made of cooked mashed potatoes, flour and eggs. Some gnocchi recipes add ricotta to the dough. Gnocchi are
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Brussels sprouts are compact rounded leaves tightly bound into individual spherical-shaped heads ranging in diameter of one to two inches when mature. The younger the Brussels sprouts, the sweeter and more palatable flavor they contain. The vegetable is available year-round. Read More Here About Brussels Sprouts and Their Nutritional Value – Creamy Brussels Sprouts Casserole
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German immigrants to the Untied States in 1865 brought the potato salad recipe with them. The Germans had a taste for sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Boiled potatoes were often combined with oil, vinegar, mustard, and herbs. Today’s potato salad recipes vary from family to family, but there’s usually one essential ingredient—mayonnaise. Homemade mayonnaise made
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