Qorkz Kitchen
/Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Welcome to Qorkz Kitchen! Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and in anticipation we have put together some of our favorite Thanksgiving side dishes which would be welcome at any Thanksgiving table. We hope you enjoy them while celebrating the season with your family this holiday season.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pancetta
Ingredients
1 Stalk Brussels Sprouts (2 pounds)
1 Inch Thick Cut Of Pancetta
1/4 Cup Maple Syrup
1/4 Cup Stone Mustard
1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
1 Tablespoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Ground Black Pepper
Directions
Cut the Brussels sprouts away from the stalk. Wash them under cold water and pat dry. Next, cut away the hard bottoms and tough outer leaves. Cut the sprouts in half and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Mix the sprouts with the mustard, salt, pepper, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar.
Wine Pairings
The red fruit flavors and earthy notes Rio Vista Pinot Noir from Humanitas, pairs perfectly with the sweet Brussels sprouts and meaty pancetta. $55
Take the Pancetta and unroll it across a plastic cutting board. Cut the Pancetta into strips approximately equal in width. Next, cut the Pancetta horizontally into cubes.
In a frying pan over medium-high heat, cook the Pancetta for about 6-8 minutes stirring frequently. Once cooked add the Pancetta to the Brussels sprout mixture.
Place the baking pan containing the Brussels sprouts and the Pancetta into the oven at 425 degrees F.
Roast the Brussels sprouts for 40 minutes stirring occasionally. Once finished, remove the Sprouts from pan and set aside on a platter.
Finish The Dish
Place the sprouts in a serving dish and serve while still warm.
