by Gabi Moskowitz
Prep Time 0:25
Cook Time 0:15
I know, I know. You claim not to like Brussels sprouts. You say they taste bitter and have a mushy texture. Well you know what? You’re wrong. Dead wrong. You just haven’t had them prepared correctly. You’ve eaten them over-boiled without substantial seasoning. Well-prepared pan-roasted Brussels sprouts are sublime—sweetly caramelized on the outside, with a layered, almost-spicy flavor. Try them on this easy-to-love white pizza. You’ll see.
Note: The half-and-half will thicken in the oven, yielding a creamy white base for your pizza—don’t worry if it looks soupy when you put it in the oven.
- ingredients
- flour for rolling and for pan Pantry
- extra virgin olive oil Pantry
- about 8 Brussels sprouts, quartered lengthwise $1.50
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped Pantry
- salt and pepper to taste Pantry
- 1/2 recipe pizza dough $1.50
- 3 tbsp half and half $1.50 for a pint
- 3/4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese $3.50 for 12 oz.
- crushed red chili flakes $1.50 for 1 oz.
Total Cost of Ingredients $9.50
Directions
Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. Lightly flour a baking sheet or pizza pan.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat.
On a lightly-floured surface, roll the dough out into a 12” circle. Transfer to the prepared pan.
Use a pastry brush to spread about 2 tbsp olive oil over the dough. Use the same brush to spread the half-and-half over the oiled dough.
Top with the cheese and spread the Brussels sprouts-garlic mixture over the cheese. Sprinkle with the chili flakes.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden-brown. Cut into wedges and serve.
Serves 2.
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What They're Saying
Lacey, on May 3, 01:44 PM, wrote:
I totally agree with you about Brussels. My dad and I pan roast them then add pancetta and pine nuts!! Delicious!
Central PA Chris, on May 10, 01:30 PM, wrote:
Wonderful! A very easy, different and delicious pizza. I love roasted brussel sprouts and this is a great and different way to work them into dinner. The white sauce and cheddar really was a perfect match.
Thanks Gabi!