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Yields 4 Servings
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1/4 cup Franks Hot Sauce
2 tbsp crumbled blue cheese, for topping
Instructions
1.Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat an oven-safe nonstick 12-inch sauté pan over medium high heat and add olive oil and brussels sprouts in one layer and let cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes until beginning to caramelize. Turn occasionally for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden all over.
2.Transfer to the oven and roast for 8-10 minutes, until softened a bit but still slightly al dente. Drizzle with hot sauce, toss and top with crumbled blue cheese.
Meal Plan Check Boxes:
1.5 Vegetables
1.5 Fats
Nutritional Facts: Serving 3/4 cup. Calories 125, Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 3mg, Carbohydrates 5g, Fiber 4g, Sugar 2.5g, Protein 5g
Adapted From: https://www.skinnytaste.com/buffalo-brussels-sprouts-with-crumbled-blue-cheese/#recipe
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Brianna Lawless, MS, RDN
