Caesar Brussels Sprouts

Serves: 4 / Prep: 10 minutes / Cooking: 35 minutes

There are two types of people in the world. Those who love Brussels sprouts any way they come and those who hate them until they try them like this: roasted and coated in Caesar dressing. The light char from a hot oven brings out a popcorn-like nuttiness that’s far superior to boiled cabbage. The Caesar dressing adds a rich creaminess. It’s a combo that has flipped more than one hater. You may want to double the recipe.

Ingredients

1 pound Brussels sprouts, cut in half

1 tablespoon avocado oil

1 tablespoon balsamic reduction

2 tablespoons Caesar Dressing Base

2 strips cooked bacon, cut into chunks (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Toss cleaned and cut Brussels sprouts in a big bowl with oil and vinegar. Transfer to the baking sheet, spreading Brussels sprouts into one layer.

3. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. (Air fry is even better.) Flip the Brussels sprouts and return to the oven for 15 minutes more, or until their outer leaves  just start to char and turn brown.

4. Return the sprouts to the big bowl. Pour on the Caesar Dressing Base and, if using, add the cooked bacon bits. Toss it all together and serve.