Guest Post: Almond Garlic Butter Brussels Sprouts

This is my lovely sister, Kristen, holding her beautiful Brussels Sprouts. When I showed up late to my family's Christmas, these were on the kitchen table. I grabbed a couple on the way to the gift exchange and, LO!, they were remarkably, surprise-level, delicious. Not that Brussels sprouts aren't usually, and certainly not that Sister Kristen's cooking isn't likewise delicious. But, these. They had the magic.

I asked for the recipe and, well, now I see. "1 stick butter" is all it takes.


4 cups fresh brussels sprouts
olive oil, salt, pepper
1 stick butter
sliced almonds
garlic

This is a really easy and delicious recipe! I made it for my roommates and my family for Christmas dinner and it turned out well both times.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Trim and clean up the ends of the Brussels sprouts. Put them on a baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil. Salt and pepper optional, though I added it. Roast in oven for 20-30 minutes until the sprouts begin to turn golden brown, mixing them about halfway through.

When the sprouts are about to come out of the oven, melt the stick of butter with chopped fresh garlic (1-2 cloves). When melted, stir in the sliced almonds, cook for a few minutes until everything has melded.

Take Brussels sprouts out of the oven, put in serving bowl and pour the butter mixture over the top and toss. Enjoy!


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P.S. Happy New Year!