Skip the traditional boiled sprouts that everyone hates and give your Brussels sprouts a flavour makeover! This immensely versatile veg works with spicy, sweet and powerful flavours, including parmesan, chilli, maple syrup, bacon and garlic beer – give them a try with these creative Brussels sprouts recipes that we love to serve!

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Brussels Sprouts are a bit like Marmite, you either love them or hate them. But they are a great source of vitamins and fibre so if you can tempt your kids to eat them, they’re definitely onto a winner.

Here are some recipes to cook sprouts a bit differently that will hopefully help!

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Brilliant Brussels Sprouts Recipes

Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

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This parmesan Brussels sprouts recipe from Damn Delicious will transform any misgivings you may have about sprouts. A crispy, salty mix that will sit happily with cranberry sauce and buttered carrots.

Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Recipe

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Another one from Damn Delicious, these slow cooked balsamic sprouts take just minutes to prep and then you can leave them to do their thing in the slow cooker.

Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries, Chorizo & Bread

This flavour-packed recipe for sprouts with chorizo from Kevin Dundon combines the delicious flavours of chorizo with thyme and cranberries to make a delicious side dish for any meal.

Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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These maple-roasted sprouts from Ambitious Kitchen combines maple syrup, bacon and toasted hazelnuts to create a wonderful side dish that’s sure to be a hit with everyone.

Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower Cheese Recipe

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This cheesy sprouts recipe from the Food Network, courtesy of Lotte Duncan, combines Brussels sprouts with cauliflower so you get to cook the two vegetables together to save time. Cheesy, bubbling goodness in a dish!

Brussels with Hustle

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This ‘Brussels with hustle’ recipe from Jamie Oliver is created in the food processor making it a quick and easy side dish to rustle up anytime. The sprouts are flavoured with garlic and Worcester sauce. And best of all you can prepare it the day before and re-heat when needed.

Braised Brussels Sprouts with Chilli

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Add a bit of spice to your Brussels sprouts with this braised sprouts recipe from Wholesome Ireland. Braising also has the added benefit of making your sprouts taste sweeter.

Beer Battered Brussels Sprouts

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This recipe for beer-battered Brussels Sprouts from We Are Not Martha turns the sprouts into delicious golden balls of tastiness! Don’t miss the cool yoghurt and blue cheese dip to accompany them. Great as a appetiser or can be served as a vegetable side dish too.

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Have your say! Which of these Brussels sprouts recipes would convert your family? Which flavours do you enjoy? Leave a comment below and let us know – we’d love to hear from you!