About the Recipe
Ingredients
1 lb Brussels sprouts
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tsp Garlic powder
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (finely shredded; optional, plus more for topping if you like)
2 1/2 tsp Sea salt (divided into 2 tsp and 1/2 tsp)
1/8 tsp Cayenne pepper
Preparation
Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 425°F (218°C).
Boil the Brussels Sprouts:
In a large pot of boiling water, add the Brussels sprouts and 2 teaspoons of sea salt.
Boil them for approximately 10 minutes, until they become very tender and bright green, but not fully cooked.
Drain the Brussels sprouts and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Toss with Flavorful Ingredients:
In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with the following ingredients:
Olive oil
Garlic powder
Parmesan cheese (if using)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
A pinch of cayenne pepper
Arrange on a Baking Sheet:
Lay out the seasoned Brussels sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring that each sprout touches the sheet.
Smash and Top:
Using the bottom of a small glass or a mason jar, press down on the sprouts to flatten them.
Optionally, sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Roast in the Oven:
Roast the smashed Brussels sprouts for approximately 30 minutes, until the bottoms are crispy and golden brown.
Serving size: 1 cup