Sunday, July 12, 2015

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Our farmer's market is also held on Tuesday evening and just as I was leaving I saw some baby Brussels sprouts. Gary doesn't like them but I thought why should I deny myself some. I didn't want to turn on the oven since it was very hot day. I decided to use the toaster oven. These are so easy to cook. Place the sprouts in a bowl and add a tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with some sea salt and freshly ground pepper and toss to coat. Place in an oven proof cooking pan and bake for 30 minutes at 350 F. They were so delicious.

Guess What? I got a call on Thursday that I now have a permanent spot at the farmer's market to sell my pottery. That means I don't have to get up at 4:30 and show up and not know if I have a spot. I can also set up on Tuesday evenings. I know the Tuesday evening market isn't as well attended. I'll have to see if it's worth going on Tuesdays. This past Saturday I didn't have many sales at the beginning of the market so I stepped away to get some vegetables. While I was gone, Gary manned the booth and he sold three items. Some people are just natural sales people and Gary's one of them.

The other day Gary was reading my blog post about tagines. He said that type of pottery needs to be thrown and I can do it. Gary thinks he can throw a tagine and he's only used the wheel a few times. I guess a positive attitude helps; we shall see. Stay tuned for some pottery thrown by Gary. I'm firing a glaze load so check back for some new pots too. Thanks for reading and for all your comments.

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15 comments:

  1. Elephant's Child7/12/15, 4:46 AM

    I am with Gary on the subject of baby garbages (brussel sprouts), but I am thrilled you have a permanent spot at the markets. A lovely testiment to the quality of your work.

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  2. Linda Starr7/12/15, 8:16 AM

    Hi Sue, thanks, baby garbages, if I tell him what you said it will be more fuel for his hate, so glad about the spot so we don't have to get up at 4:30 am

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  3. Joanne Noragon7/12/15, 8:51 AM

    I'm so happy you are ensconced in the market. You paid your dues, all those 4:30 mornings.

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    1. Linda Starr7/12/15, 9:16 AM

      Hi Joanne, thanks, yeah finally have some good luck.

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  4. Barbara Rogers7/12/15, 9:08 AM

    Oh goodie, another regular Sat. market seller! Glad you're going to be there. I'm along with Gary on Brusel Sprouts...yuk. But glad you enjoyed yours.

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    1. Linda Starr7/12/15, 9:17 AM

      Hi Barbara, thanks, you just have to have the brussels sprouts a few times and then you can appreciate their flavor, they taste like cooked cabbage.

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  5. Teresa Evangeline7/12/15, 9:10 AM

    I roasted baby brussel sprouts in the same way a few days ago ... :)

    So glad you have a permanent spot at the market. It must really feel good to not have those concerns now.

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    1. Linda Starr7/12/15, 9:18 AM

      Hi Teresa, thanks, yes but then again, I have to be there every Saturday too. Ha.

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  6. Anonymous7/12/15, 11:28 AM

    That's a very good recipe for brussel sprouts and they look good on your plate.

    Best wishes for great sales at the market.

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  7. Linda Starr7/12/15, 11:45 AM

    Hi Gigi, thanks, so easy to make, the baby ones I think are the best tasting. Hope the sales go well.

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  8. Anna7/13/15, 4:14 AM

    congratulations on your market spot - that will keep you potting on :) never thought of roasting brussel sprouts... I like them steamed and lucky me my hubby does too ...

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    1. Linda Starr7/13/15, 6:31 PM

      Hi Anna, thanks, they are so quick and easy that way.

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  9. Michèle Hastings7/13/15, 9:58 AM

    Congrats on the permanent space! I used to think I didn't like brussels sprouts, when in fact I probably never tried them as a kid. Now I love them, and roasting them is so yummy. A toaster oven can be used for most anything... I have only used my oven once this summer.

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    1. Linda Starr7/13/15, 6:32 PM

      Hi Michele, thanks, I am learning the benefits of a toaster oven slowly but surely , less electricity use which is a good things.

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  10. Lee7/14/15, 10:11 PM

    Yum! I love Brussels Sprouts! Today I'm having a beef curry for lunch. My main meal of the day is always lunch, and it has been this way for a few years now.

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