Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts - ****

This was good.  I would use smaller-sized sprouts next time.

Another recipe said to optionally drizzle sprouts with the juice of one small lemon as soon as they come out of the oven.  Yet another one suggested sprinkling with Everything But the Bagel Seasoning.

 

• 1 lb brussels sprouts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/3 cup vegan parmesan cheese 
• 2 1/2 tsp sea salt, divided
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper, opt.

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

2. Add brussels sprouts and 2 teaspoons sea salt to a large pot of water. Boil for 10 minutes, until very tender and bright green, but not fully cooked. Drain brussels sprouts and pat dry with a towel.

3. In a large bowl, toss brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and cayenne pepper, if using.

4. Arrange sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet.

5. Using the bottom of a small glass or a mason jar, press down on the sprouts to smash them flat. Sprinkle additional grated parmesan on top.

6. Roast smashed brussels sprouts for about 30 minutes, until the bottoms of the sprouts are crispy and golden brown.

https://www.wholesomeyum.com/smashed-brussels-sprouts/