Balsamic Brussel Sprouts with Blue Cheese Crumbles

Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Blue Cheese Crumbles

So to say that I am not a big fan of brussels sprouts is an understatement!  All of my life they have been boiled and mushy.  Roasting these cute little veggies is the secret to making them one of your favorites.

 

Here is how I do it……..

1 pound of brussels sprouts

Olive oil

Balsamic vinegar

Salt and pepper

Crumbled blue cheese

Preheat your oven to 415 degrees.

Cut your brussels sprouts in half and place on a cookie sheet.  Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.  I would eye ball how much you need.  Always start small and then you can always add more.  Use your hands and mix the vinegar and oil with the brussels sprouts.  Lay the sprouts cut side down.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.  I use kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.  I use a heavy hand with the salt.  They needed more than you think!

I bake them between 15-20 minutes.  The balsamic makes this caramelized crust on the cut side….this is the secret to success.  Make sure they are crispy just like French fries.  When they are done sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and place back in the oven until cheese is melted.

I hope this recipe changes your mind about these under loved veggies!