Soviet cuisine: sausages and cabbage

[Chris]

Me too Nessi, my wife cooks them with bacon which she fries first, then adds water, throws in the sprouts cut in halves and chopped spring onions and then some coarse grain French or Dijon mustard, this Christmas we have converted a few non sprout eaters to asking us for more 

PS you can also add chestnuts and/or walnuts, hmmmm, delish!

Thanks for sharing the recipe. I would have never thought to add mustard and chestnuts!

   She also uses a wholegrain mustard, it seems to give the dish that little bit extra.


PS I know of someone else who actually adds a little vinegar to their sprouts, I have never tried it myself but they reckon its very nice.

[Manny]

Funny how bacon is the key to many successful veggies being cooked and eaten

True. Bacon and butter are two of the great flavor-enhancers, especially for vegetables.

Try this one on for size next time you get a chance to grill.....slice jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise (remove seeds)...fill the halves with cream cheese (spiced with chili powder, a touch of crushed garlic and some dill) and wrap each halve with a slice of bacon.  Place them on the grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes each side, or until you see the edges of the bacon start to blacken.  Not only will these make your eyes shine but they are quite tasty too.  Great as an appetizer before tossing some steaks on the grill.

The filling can vary according to taste of course, but that is a good starter.

I'm liking that as a pre-steak starter, Mike. Thanks.