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Open in Pepper →Brussels sprouts' reputation was ruined by decades of boiling, which makes them grey, mushy, and pungent. Roasted at high heat with enough space to caramelize, they're an entirely different vegetable — nutty, slightly sweet, and crispy at the edges.
The technique that makes them irresistible: cut in half, toss with olive oil, salt, and a generous amount of both, and roast at 425°F without stirring for 20 minutes. The flat sides go directly against the hot pan and come out deeply charred.
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Halve and roast hot
Cut sprouts in half and roast at 425°F cut-side down on a sheet pan with plenty of olive oil. Don't stir for the first 20 minutes — let the flat side develop a deep brown crust.
Don't crowd the pan
Give each halved sprout space on the sheet pan. Overcrowding steams them instead of roasting, and you lose all the caramelized, crispy edges that make roasted Brussels sprouts worth eating.
Add acid at the end
Finish roasted Brussels sprouts with lemon juice, balsamic glaze, or a splash of apple cider vinegar. Acid brightens the nutty flavor and cuts through the richness of the olive oil.
Shave raw for salads
Thinly shaved raw Brussels sprouts make an excellent base for a hearty salad. Massage them briefly with dressing to soften the bitterness — they hold up much better than lettuce.