Delicious Brussels Sprouts with Browned Butter

This recipe for Brussels sprouts with browned butter is a delicious and easy side dish that pairs well with any main course. The Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection and then tossed in a rich and nutty browned butter sauce. With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform this often-misunderstood vegetable into a flavorful and impressive dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve these Brussels sprouts with browned butter alongside roast chicken, grilled steak, or even as a vegetarian main course.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the sprouts evenly.
4. Roast the Brussels sprouts in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and lightly browned.
5. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
6. Continue to cook the butter, swirling occasionally, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn the butter.
7. Add the minced garlic to the browned butter and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
8. Remove the Brussels sprouts from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.
9. Pour the browned butter and garlic mixture over the sprouts.
10. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
11. Toss the Brussels sprouts gently to coat them in the browned butter sauce.
12. Serve the Brussels sprouts with browned butter immediately as a side dish or a vegetarian main course.

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