Transform Brussels Sprouts with This Easy Garlic-Parmesan Recipe!
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20/12/2024Reading time:
5 min
Summary:
Discover the perfect balance of tender sweetness and crispy, cheesy goodness with these garlic-Parmesan smashed Brussels sprouts. Medium-sized sprouts ensure even cooking and provide the ideal surface for a golden, crunchy crust reminiscent of frico. A simple, flavorful side dish everyone will love!
Crispy Garlic-Parmesan Smashed Brussels Sprouts
These crispy garlic-Parmesan smashed Brussels sprouts combine the sweetness of tender sprouts with a crunchy Parmesan crust, reminiscent of frico, the delicate, crispy cheese snack. Opt for medium-sized sprouts to achieve a soft interior and plenty of surface area for the golden crust. Choosing sprouts of similar size ensures even cooking throughout.
Ingredients
1½ pounds medium Brussels sprouts, trimmed
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
Directions
Preheat oven to 425°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add trimmed Brussels sprouts and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Pour into a colander and let stand for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Combine 1 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano and 1½ teaspoons garlic powder in a medium bowl. Sprinkle rounded teaspoonfuls of the cheese mixture into circles 1½ inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Place 1 Brussels sprout on each cheese mound. Smash the sprouts with the bottom of a sturdy cup or measuring cup to about ¼ inch thick. Sprinkle the sprouts with the remaining cheese mixture. Bake until the cheese on the bottom has melted and is golden brown and crispy, about 10 minutes. Carefully flip the sprouts, crispy-cheese side up, onto a serving platter. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt.