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Old November 18, 2013   #67
Douglas_OW
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Default Brussels Sprout Salad with Cheddar, Hazelnuts, and Apple

Brussels Sprout Salad with Cheddar, Hazelnuts, and Apple

I've never been a fan of Brussel Sprouts, in any form, but this salad is really good.

From Cook's Country:

http://www.cookscountry.com/recipes/...code=LN13M1KAA

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
Instead of roasted Brussels sprouts, we wanted a light, bright, raw preparation that was just as delicious. Shredding the Brussels sprouts super-thin is key, and letting them sit in the dressing for at least 30 minutes softens them fully and seasons them deeply. To flavor the salad, we chose a… read more

SERVES 8

Slice the sprouts as thin as possible. Shred the cheddar on the large holes of a box grater.

INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved, and sliced very thin
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, skinned, and chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Whisk lemon juice, mustard, shallot, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in large bowl. Slowly whisk in oil until incorporated. Toss Brussels sprouts with vinaigrette, and let sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2. Fold in cheddar, apple, and hazelnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
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