Healthy Sides: Apple Glazed Brussels Sprouts

If you don't like Brussels sprouts, you just haven't tasted these sweet and savory glazed sprouts with toasty walnuts and juicy raisins. As for me, I'm a big Brussels sprouts fan. Aren't they so cute and delicious?? I think that they're irresistible simply dressed with olive oil and salt, with maybe a touch of dried herbs, and roasted in the oven, but my boyfriend doesn't care for them. When my mom sent over a care package with homemade apple jam, I immediately thought about pairing it with Brussels sprouts to make this sweet and savory dish. First, re: jam--my mom made it from organic golden delicious apples in their garden. It's so delicious and I ate spoonfuls straight out of the jar! If you can use homemade apple jam, that will be ideal. If not, please feel free to sub with fig preserve or apricot preserve rather than apple sauce. The jam consistency is ideal for a glaze. Also, re: this recipe. It turns out so amazing. When it's right out of the oven, the caramelized Brussels sprouts (with outer leaves slightly crispy, insides melty) combine with toasted walnuts and raisins to create incredible texture and flavor. It's probably my favorite way to eat Brussels sprouts, at this point. Enjoy this any time, or put it on your Thanksgiving table. :)