Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that even the pickiest of eaters might find appealing? Brace yourself for a delightful dish that’s sure to brighten up your dinner table – Roasted Brussels Sprouts! Yes, you heard it right. Those little green balls of goodness that many kids (and some adults) refuse to touch are turning into the star of the show. Let’s get roasting!
Get Ready for the Roast!
First things first, let’s feast our eyes on what we’re about to create. Just look at those Brussels sprouts, all serious and green, waiting for their time to shine.
Ingredients
Now, before we start throwing things in the oven, gather your ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (because who doesn’t love garlic?)
- Parmesan cheese for that sprinkle of magic (optional)
Instructions
Let’s not waste any time and dive right into the roasting goodness:
- Preheat the oven: Set it to a toasty 400°F (that’s about 200°C for our metric friends). You want it hot enough to get things crispy and caramelized!
- Prepare the sprouts: Give those Brussels sprouts a good wash and a trim. Halve them if you haven’t already – we’re aiming for more surface area to soak up that scrumptious flavor!
- Toss it up: In a large bowl, combine the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Don’t be shy, really give them a good toss! You want every sprout covered like it’s at a spa day.
- Spread ’em out: Lay them out on a baking sheet. Make sure they’re spread out in a single layer; overcrowding is a big no-no – this isn’t a party!
- Roast away: Pop those bad boys in the oven and let them roast for 20-25 minutes. Halfway through, give them a little stir to ensure they’re roasting evenly and not just getting comfortable on one side.
- Cheesy finish: If you’re feeling cheesy (not in a bad way, I promise!), sprinkle some Parmesan cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of roasting. Let it melt into deliciousness!
Once they’re golden brown and crispy, bring those Brussels sprouts out of the oven and let them cool for a minute. Then, dig in and enjoy the roasted goodness that is sure to win over even the most Brussels-sprout-averse eaters!
There you have it – a simple yet elegant dish that proves that Brussels sprouts can indeed be the life of the party. Bon appétit!
