November 2022 Health Hotline® Magazine Issue 64

November 2022 Health Hotline® Magazine Issue 64

Recipes

  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan
  • Savory Vegan Mushroom-Walnut Bites

Articles

  • Thanksgiving Think Wisely
  • For The Love Of Organics: Brussels Sprouts
  • Effective Ways to Naturally Treat Hypertension
  • 4 Ways to Banish Burnout
  • Earth Watch
 

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan

This recipe takes a holiday staple—roasted Brussels sprouts—up a notch with the savory flavors of garlic and Parmesan cheese. Roasting the Brussels sprouts on a sheet pan results in irresistible crispy, crunchy cheese edges and brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetable.

1 pound organic Brussels sprouts, rinsed and patted dry
3 tablespoons Natural Grocers® Brand Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 organic garlic cloves, minced
1⁄2 cup Natural Grocers Brand Organic Parmesan Cheese Shreds
Natural Grocers Brand Bulk seasonings
1⁄2 teaspoon Real Salt
1⁄2 teaspoon Organic Black Ground Pepper
1 teaspoon Organic Italian Seasoning Blend
Optional garnishes
chopped organic parsley
extra Parmesan cheese
Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Red Chili Flakes (adjust to preferred spiciness level)

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Trim the bottom of the Brussels sprouts and then slice in half from top to bottom.

2. Place the Brussels sprouts in a large bowl and add the olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan cheese shreds. Gently toss to coat the sprouts.

3. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and spread the Brussels sprouts over it, cut-side down, in one layer.

4. Return the baking sheet to the center rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve while still hot.

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Savory Vegan Mushroom-Walnut Bites

These savory bites are a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving celebration! Crispy on the outside with a soft interior, they make a delicious vegan main dish, and are especially good when paired with Natural Grocers’ Rosemary Mushroom Gravy and Margaret’s Awesome Cranberry Sauce. They taste best freshly baked, but you can make the recipe through step 4 and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours to prep them ahead of time.

4 tablespoons Natural Grocers® Brand Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
1 medium organic onion, diced
1⁄2 pound organic mushrooms, (we used cremini), wiped clean, stems trimmed, and chopped
2 organic garlic cloves, minced
1 cup Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Walnut Halves and Pieces
1 cup Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Rolled Oats, (or sub gluten-free oats to make a gluten-free version)
Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Seasonings
1⁄2 teaspoon Real Salt
1⁄2 teaspoon Organic Ground Black Pepper
2 teaspoons Organic Poultry Seasoning Blend
Optional garnishes
fresh organic rosemary or thyme

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.

2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, swirl to coat the pan, and add the onion. Sauté, stirring frequently, until onion is just starting to become translucent. Add the mushrooms and continue to sauté until onion is cooked through and mushrooms have released their juices, 8-10 minutes total. Add the garlic and seasonings and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

3. While the vegetables cook, pulse the walnuts and oats in a food processor until they are a coarse meal consistency.

4. Once the vegetables are finished cooking add them to the food processor and process, scraping the sides as necessary, until the mixture comes together and looks a little sticky.

5. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a small bowl. Wet your hands lightly and roll the mixture, one tablespoon at a time, into a ball, then roll in the olive oil. Place on the baking sheet and continue until the mixture is all rolled, wetting your hands as necessary to prevent sticking.

6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until browned and slightly firm to the touch. Serve immediately.  

 

Note: Natural Grocers Brand Bulk ingredients are packaged in a plant that processes gluten.

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