Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are not usually the go-to vegetable for most people. We usually think of green beans, peas, corn, or something like that to serve with dinner. 

As a kid, I hated Brussels sprouts. I actually don't think I ever ate them but hated them anyway. Kid logic is anything but logical. 

As an adult, I've had Brussels sprouts on rare occasions and haven't minded them. 

We went out to dinner recently and the featured vegetable was Brussels sprouts. I decided that I’d adult that evening and order this unsung vegetable. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting a delicious taste explosion nor was I disappointed. They were tasty, though.

As I get further along this journey of adulting, I try more and more new things. We were grocery shopping a week or so later at Aldi and there was a small bag of raw sprouts for less than $1. I decided that we will give it a go at home.

With the oven preheated to 400°, I tossed the sprouts with olive oil, sea salt, pepper, and Trader Joe’s Everyday Seasoning. I sprayed a glass pan and placed the coated sprouts in the pan. I baked them for 35 minutes, shaking them around the pan every 5-10 minutes for even roasting.

They were flaky on the outside and soft on the inside. Well-seasoned, especially with the sea salt giving it a crunch. That was the taste explosion I was anticipating.

BOOM!

We’re going to have these more frequently! Perhaps next time with a balsamic glaze.