Pineapple Glazed Brussels Sprouts coated in a smooth pineapple glaze. Delicious as a side dish, entrée or light lunch. If you are into those little heads of yumminess from the cabbage family then you are in for a treat!

Pineapple Glazed Brussels Sprouts

I’m a big fan of Brussels Sprouts. I even grow them in my garden. It’s so cool how they grow. The little heads form along the stalk. Large leaves come in first. These leaves act as shade for the growing buds.

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You see, Brussels Sprouts are cruciferous veggies of the family Brassicacae. A common name for these kind of veggies is cole crops.

These vegetables are some of the first kind to plant in the garden. They can withstand a light early frost. Cooler temperatures give them a great head start.

Cruciferous vegetables are rich in nutrients, like beta-carotene, vitamins C, E, and K and minerals. They also are a good fiber source.

Some other vegetables in this group include broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and cabbage. All of which I love to grow!

These veggies are all PA grown. You can find out more about Brussels Sprouts, Brassicacae and other vegetables grown in PA at https://www.paveggies.org/! There you’ll find growing guides, recipes, tips and more for veggie lovers.

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This version of my Pineapple Glazed Brussels Sprouts is vegetarian. But a bit of bacon isn’t out of the question!

This recipe is easy to adjust. Add more red pepper flakes for a bit more heat. I use white balsamic vinegar, but regular is just as good!

Pineapple Glazed Brussels Sprouts

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Servings 4 1/2 cup

Ingredients

2 cups Brussels Sprouts cut in half
1/2 cup pineapple pieces
3 tablespoons coconut oil
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (use white balsamic if available)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

Whisk together coconut oil, brown sugar, vinegar and salt in a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat.
Add sprouts and pineapple pieces. Simmer, turning frequently until sprouts are soft and caramelized, about 15 minutes cook time. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Serve.