Super Easy Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I love serving these oven-roasted Brussels sprouts with chestnuts at Christmas \u2014 not only because they\u2019re wholesome and full of flavour, but because they\u2019re such low-effort. Here\u2019s how simple they are to make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1) Prepare the sheet pan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Trim the Brussels sprouts and remove any dark outer leaves. Roughly chop the chestnuts, then add everything to a large bowl, toss well, and spread evenly over a baking tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Slide the tray into the preheated oven and let the vegetables roast until tender and lightly golden, while you get on with the rest of your cooking (or simply put your feet up).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drizzle the hot vegetables with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with Parmesan. I like to serve extra lemon wedges and Parmesan at the table so everyone can help themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll find the exact ingredients and quantities for oven-roasted Brussels sprouts with chestnuts in the printable recipe card below.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, I know that for many Brussels sprouts has a reputation for being the worst vegetable ever, but actually if they are cooked the right way, they are actually pretty darn delicious. My mother boiled them. Terrible mistake. There are ways of cooking them so that everyone will love them. Okay, not everyone. There is actually something called the \u201cBrussels sprouts gene: TAS2R38\u201d Or shall I say \u201cthe anti-Brussels sprouts gene\u201d Maybe there is a Marmite gene too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I recently read that there was a formal study done that established that sprouts contain a chemical that only tastes bitter to people who have a variation of a certain gene. The research found that about 50% of the world\u2019s population have a mutation on this gene! It\u2019s all clear now \u2014 there\u2019s a reason why so many people despise them! So if you are a Brussels sprout hater, you can now tell your friendly Brussels sprout lovers that there is, in theory, a chemical reason<\/a> for your dislike. And parents, please, you may want to be just a little more forgiving at this year\u2019s Christmas dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apparently, I only carry the anti\u2013Marmite, Vegemite and turnip gene<\/em> \u2014 because I genuinely love Brussels sprouts. And the secret to truly fantastic sprouts? Roasting them. High heat works magic, drawing out their natural sweetness as the sugars caramelise and turn golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A light coating of olive oil is essential here. It helps the sprouts brown evenly, giving you that irresistible contrast: crispy, almost crunchy edges on the outside and perfectly tender centres within. Spread them out in a single, even layer on the roasting tray and resist the urge to overcrowd too much \u2014 space is what helps them roast, rather than steam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One last tip<\/strong>: smaller Brussels sprouts tend to taste sweeter, but their tightly packed inner leaves mean they can take a little longer to cook through. Patience pays off \u2014 the result is absolutely worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The rich flavour of the nuts balances out the sprouts and the addition of fresh tangy lemon brings a burst of sunshine. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plus this dish is packed with lots of essential vitamins and a rich number of minerals, from vitamin C to fibre to calcium to manganese, potassium, folate, iron and loads of vitamin K, among more! Great reasons for Brussels sprout lovers to keep on lovin\u2019 them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And if you\u2019re now in the mood for more Brussels sprouts recipes, I\u2019ve got you covered. These are some of my favourite ways to serve them \u2014 and they really show just how versatile this humble vegetable can be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Rosenkohl-im-Ofen-mit-Maronen-1-of-5-800x1200.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 2) Roast until golden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 3) Finish and serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Brussels Sprouts Gene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Roasting Brings out Brussels Sprouts Sweetness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTwo Fantastic Things: Brussels Sprouts and Chestnuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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