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I know that Jack climbed up a magical beanstalk, but when I saw this woody branch in my CSA basket a few days ago, I imagined him climbing up it instead, using the bulbous growths as steps all the way up to the hungry giant’s lair.

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There are days when the newspaper cooking gets to be too much, and all I want is a plate of steamed vegetables for dinner. That majestic stalk yielded a small serving of delicate little brussels sprouts, perfect for one not-so-hungry girl. Aren’t they cute?

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3 responses to “Wee Sprouts”

  1. Angie Avatar

    These look fabulous. I love tiny, fresh brussel sprouts. I hear what you are saying about steamed vegetables for dinner. I get the same kind of cravings, too, especially after eating a lot of heavy foods (or a trip to Germany).

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  2. J Avatar

    hi luisa, and they are cute…it’s always remarkable how much more flavour the tiny little buds manage to pack…

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  3. Luisa Avatar

    Hi Angie – I figure it must be our bodies telling us something about what we need, nutrient-wise.
    Hi J – they’re much more trouble than big vegetables, but the baby ones really taste amazing.

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