Big Bang Brussels Sprouts with Candied Cashews

I would eat just about anything with candied cashews and peanut sauce, so I invented this recipe to convince myself that it’s healthy because of the Brussel Sprouts. Whose to say it isn’t?

INGREDIENTS:

  • Brussels sprouts - washed and cut in half

  • Water

  • Cashews + Honey

  • Peanut sauce:

    • 1/4 cup of peanut butter

    • 1 Tablespoon of honey (or agave, maple syrup, coconut sugar)

    • Spices (optional): Cayenne pepper or a sprinkle of chili sesame oil, curry powder, ginger, etc.

    • 1-2 tablespoons of soy sauce or Bragg’s amino acids

    • 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice or rice wine vinegar

    • Add water if you like a thinner consistency (or more vinegar)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Blanche the Brussels sprouts so the color changes to bright green

  • Spray parchment paper with olive oil (optional to sprinkle on some coconut sugar)

  • Place flat side down, bake at 375-400 degrees for 20+ minutes (or until golden)

  • Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a food processor or blender. Add water or more liquid for desired consistency

  • Lightly roast the cashews on the stove top with some honey until coated and it starts to bubble and the cashews turn a little brown. Place on parchment paper until cool. The honey will harden, so it’s like candy!

  • Place browned Brussels sprouts in a dish, flat side up, sprinkle on some sauce and cashews.

  • LOVE YOUR MOUTH!