[blueerica]

You know, if you can somehow get your hands on some really good Brussels sprouts, it would be a good idea, but if I'm not mistaken, this isn't the best time to get them. Often, buying them from the store not on the stalk = dry, woody sprouts. Most people that don't live in Brussels sprout growing areas have only had them stale, and even some that have had them there have had their spourts overcooked (so easy to do!). I love them fresh, loathe them... err... not fresh. I have heard good things about one brand that's flash-frozen. That said, the whole "they're easy to overcook" might be a turn-off from cooking them unless you're already experienced.

And oddly, I was thinking asparagus, too. I also thought broccoli with almonds. Don't really know why. I think your side dish needs to be green.

You know, you could have regular and white asparagus with a little bacon and lemon... that could be fetching.