15 Easy Easter Side Dishes

Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts(15 of 15)

Prepare these brussels sprouts in the slow cooker to free up space in your oven for other dishes.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
• 2 pounds of brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of butter, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Make a balsamic reduction by adding balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Bring the mixture to a slight boil, then set aside and let cool.
3. Place brussels sprouts into a slow cooker. Stir in olive oil and season with salt and pepper, then top with butter.
4. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours or on high heat for 1 to 2 hours.
5. Drizzle with balsamic reduction and top with Parmesan before serving.