a wit + delight recipe swap

a few of you asked for the roasted brussels sprouts recipe i mentioned a few weeks ago. it was a twist on a basic way to cook them, and i really enjoyed hearing your tips and tricks for getting sprouts just right.

so that got me thinking: would you guys be interested in doing a recipe swap? i’ll post recipes and images, nothing fancy, just simple, wholesome, delicious indulgences. they’ll fall into a different category each time. i’ll create a recipe card for each one, at a standard 6 “x 4″ size you so can print it out or bookmark it.

in return, i’d love to know what you’re cooking. we can discuss by category; this one being side dishes or vegetable sides. i know you guys are getting creative in the kitchen and i’m dying to hear about it!

so! what’s your go-to side dish? anything i’ve gotta try this week?

Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Truffle Butter
adapted from Barefoot Contessa in Paris

Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts
3 tablespoons melted truffle butter
1 teaspoon sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
optional: chopped parsley, half a lemon

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut off the brown ends of the brussels sprouts and pull off any yellow outer leaves. Mix them in a bowl with the butter, salt and pepper. Pour them on a sheet pan and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Shake the pan from time to time to brown the sprouts evenly. Sprinkle with more kosher salt, parsley, a squeeze with lemon, and serve immediately.
20 Comments

OMG I am screaming over this – not only do I love brussel sprouts but your recipe card is too cute for words! Double yum :) Truffle butter rocks. my. world. Leave it to Barefoot for inspiring what I’m sure is a delish recipe!

Molly added these words on Apr 05 11 at 6:29 pm

This is a fantastic idea. I would love to hear more recipes!

EK
http://www.heygoodlookinblog.blogspot.com

EK added these words on Apr 05 11 at 6:43 pm

I love Ina and I love this recipe swap idea! My husband loves brussel sprouts so I’m dying to try that recipe! Oh yeah, and my favorite side dish is definitely sweet potato fries :)

Whitney J added these words on Apr 05 11 at 7:09 pm

i love this idea! i am quite a novice in the kitchen but some wonderful ladies shared some beet recipes on my blog last week. i haven’t tried them yet but they sound wonderful. http://elissabraun.com/blog/2011/03/the-beets/

can’t wait to see what other recipes you have up your sleeve.

elissa added these words on Apr 05 11 at 8:17 pm

I love this idea!!! I actually have some brussel sprouts in the fridge, and while I usually sautee them with a little onion and olive oil – your recipe {via Ina} sounds amazing! Guess I’ll stop and get some truffle butter on the way home tomorrow. Great post!

Name Jessica added these words on Apr 05 11 at 8:29 pm

i love this idea! i just started a new creative/food blog http://www.workhouseblog.com/ ; one of our must haves is fresh almond milk, super easy and better than the boxed stuff. thanks for the brussel sprout card.

des added these words on Apr 05 11 at 11:02 pm

count me in

I was actually on the hunt tonight for sriracha / honey fried sprouts but my go to place switched out the menu – seasonal – and instead I found roasted cauliflower with raisins, capers, pine nuts and a healthy dose of evoo with a hit of honey. Delicious.

looking forward to more cards. thanks!

Jacque added these words on Apr 05 11 at 11:30 pm

Wow – I’m so glad you posted this! I remember seeing the photo of the sprouts last week, and had really wanted to know the recipe, since they looked delicious! As far as other veggie side dishes, I just made this roasted cauliflower recipe yesterday, and it was awesome: http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2010/12/butter-roasted-cauliflower/

I think this is my first time commenting, but I love your blog! And I love this new recipe swap idea.

kristen added these words on Apr 06 11 at 1:08 am

This looks like so much fun! I post lots of recipes over on my blog, http://www.thesillygoosefarm.blogspot.com, and would love to swap around with others. My favorite go-to veggie side dish is, very simply, roasted carrots with just really great olive oil, salt and fresh-cracked pepper. That’s it! I also have a parmesan risotto recipe with spring peas I love. Great recipe card, btw!

Deanna (Silly Goose Farm) added these words on Apr 06 11 at 6:23 am

I just have to tell you how much I’m loving the personal touches you’ve been adding to your posts lately! The added text and change in layout of the images are really great!

Sarah @ design me daily added these words on Apr 06 11 at 9:32 am

Love the recipe card. Here’s my go-to side for any Mexican entree:

Black Beans with Orange (from Mark Bittman)

Ingredients:
3 cups canned black beans, with about 1 cup of their liquid
1 tbsp ground cumin
salt and black pepper
1 navel orange, washed well
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 red or yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
2 fresh chiles, like New Mexico or habanero, seeded and chopped
1 tbsp minced garlic
1/2 dry red wine or freshly squeezed orange juice
chopped fresh cilantro

Put the beans and their liquid in a large pot over medium heat; add the cumin and a good pinch of salt and pepper, bring to a boil, and adjust the heat so the mixture simmers.

Halve the orange. Peel one half and add the peel to the beans, then divide the segments and set aside. Squeeze the juice from the other half and set aside.

Put the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and the chiles and cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers soften, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 more minute. Add this mixture to the beans.

Turn the heat under the skillet up to high and add the wine. Cook for about 5 minutes, then add to the beans along with the reserved orange juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Garnish with the reserved orange sections and cilantro.

Eric Lundgren added these words on Apr 06 11 at 11:06 am

Not too long ago I remember you mentioning a possible blogging burn out yet lately your posts have been so spot-on and creative. You have a real gift for trusting your creative instincts and putting those thoughts together beautifully.

I must try this recipe, it looks delicious!
One of my favorite sides is Corn Casserole by Paula Deen.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/corn-casserole-recipe/index.html

Not in any way good for you but so delish and comforting.
Thanks for sharing!

Vanessa Rae added these words on Apr 06 11 at 11:13 am

thanks Vanessa :) it’s been really fun to change it up!

Kate added these words on Apr 06 11 at 12:18 pm

I love the idea of a recipe swap. I take pictures and share recipes on my blog and love new ideas. I blogged about brussel sprouts awhile back when we had a Tapas inspired menu. Here is the link http://arthurandlancelot.blogspot.com/2011/02/dinner-6.html

One of my most favorite sides Baked Panzanella, super easy and uses up food you may have extra of at the end of the week.
http://arthurandlancelot.blogspot.com/2011/03/baked-panzanella.html

Thanks for sharing!

Jodi added these words on Apr 06 11 at 6:40 pm

I’m in LOVE with quinoa or couscous salads lately…
It’s perfect for all of my friends who seem to be turning into gluten and wheat-free people lately :)
http://www.spidatter.com/2011/02/i-bet-no-one-is-wondering-why-i-havent.html

Madeline added these words on Apr 07 11 at 10:06 pm

Any day, any place… I’m always up for talkin’ recipes.

One of my favorite go-to salad dishes is this:

http://torriesessions.blogspot.com/2010/06/another-perfect-saladand-katie-lee.html

I wrote about why in the post, but it’s simply healthy, super pretty, always a favorite- inquired about dish (in every single crowd I’ve offered it to- men & women), and versatile.

Bookmarking the brussels sprouts recipe now! Thanks!

Torrie @ a place to share... added these words on Apr 08 11 at 9:54 am

Is there a way to print the recipe card only?

Torrie @ a place to share... added these words on Apr 08 11 at 9:59 am

This looks delicious! I love our recipe swap idea! I’m going to share this with my readers so that they can participate! The recipe card is adorable! So well done! XO!!

The HIdden LIst added these words on Apr 14 11 at 1:20 pm

My “go to” side dish that everyone always loves is very similar to your brussel sprouts recipe. I buy the smallest little potatoes that I can find and cut them in half or quarters (depending on size). I toss them with a little olive oil, sea salt and pepper….now I’m going to try tossing them in truffle butter!!
I spread them on a baking sheet and cook them on 375 for about an hour…until they are crispy/crunchy on the outside and creamy/soft inside. I know this is simple, but I can’t make these without everyone going crazy over them.

The Hidden List added these words on Apr 14 11 at 1:25 pm

[...] {Wit + Delight} is having a recipe swap that you need to know about and participate in!  I’m so anxious to try her first recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts in Truffle Butter!!  I’m pretty sure you could put truffle butter on a leather shoe and it would be divine! [...]

Swap Meat | The Hidden List added these words on Apr 16 11 at 7:46 am