Brussels Sprouts Cacio e Pepe

Preheat oven to 375

Quarter or half your brussels depending upon size keeping all of the bits and extra leaves that fall off.

Toss the brussels in olive oil, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

Roast in the oven for approximately 30 minutes, tossing halfway through. remove when larger pieces are dark golden brown, and you have some darker crispy bits. Don't pull them to early! The darker, caramelized pieces are oh so tasty.

Shave parmesan while you wait on the oven.

Pull from the oven and let cool slightly.

Toss toasted brussels with your lemon zest, shaved parmesan, and nuts. Add more pepper to taste.