Garlicky Brussels Sprouts
Garlicky Brussels Sprouts are a delicious side, especially when you have a lot of different diets to account for in your meal plan. They are gluten free, paleo, keto, aip and can be vegan by using your preferred oil. However, in this recipe I roasted them with bacon drippings for the added smoky flavor. I use olive oil when we have vegans eating with us. Coconut oil works wonderfully with these too.
To smash the roasted garlic you can use a mallet or anything sturdy with a flat bottom, like heavy measuring cup. It doesn’t take much strength to whack it and flatten it out. Smashing it helps to release the flavors. It also allows it to roast more quickly along with the Brussels Sprouts.
Cut, Coat & Roast
I love roasting vegetables because they are so easy to prepare and taste so good! The hardest part of this recipe, is trimming the brussels sprouts and cutting them in half. It is my least favorite job in the kitchen. But these little greens are an addiction, so I do the work! Then I put them in a big bowl and toss them with the smashed garlic, bacon drippings and seasonings. I get them coated really well, then lay them out in a single layer on a large sheet pan. Into the oven they go and out they come looking and tasting fabulous!
These Garlicky Brussels Sprouts are great along with holiday dishes like Ridonculous Gluten Free Mac and Cheese, Boneless Thanksgiving Turkey, Gotta Have It! Gluten Free Cornbread Stuffing. It doesn’t have to be saved for the holidays though! It is quick enough to make on a weeknight along with Sweet and Spicy Chicken or Cumin and Lime Marinated Flank Steak.
Garlicky Brussel Sprouts
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- 2 Lbs fresh brussels sprouts
- 8-10 cloves fresh garlic (smashed)
- 3 Tbsp bacon drippings or olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet (or two) with parchment for easy cleanup.
- Trim the stems off of the Brussels Sprouts and cut them in half. Put them in a large bowl. Add smashed garlic cloves.
- Drizzle with bacon drippings or oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix as you sprinkle & drizzle to ensure it all gets evenly coated.
- Pour out the mixture evenly on to the baking sheet(s). Bake for 20-25 minutes. They should be browned and ready to eat as soon as you take them out of the oven!
- They should be browned and ready to eat as soon as you take them out of the oven!
