Well, well, well, what the fuck do we have here? Balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts and cranberries. Isn't that just fucking delightful? You know, nothing screams "festive" and "holiday season" like those tiny green balls of bitterness they call Brussels sprouts. But fear not, my angry little chefs, because I've got a recipe that will make those little bastards taste delicious.
Now, let me tell you something about Brussels sprouts. These motherfuckers have a bad reputation for being a vegetable that only masochists can enjoy. People boil them to death, leaving them sad, mushy, and tasting like absolute dog shit. No wonder so many of you out there hate them.
But let me tell you, when it comes to these Brussels sprouts, all you need is a little bit of hate and a fucking balsamic glaze to turn them into something spectacular.
1. Preheat your goddamn oven to 425°F (220°C). We need that shit hot as hell.
2. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half. Do it with fucking precision. I want them to look uniform, not like a bunch of mismatched green turds.
3. Toss those Brussels sprout halves and cranberries in a bowl, and then drizzle them with olive oil. Give them a good ol' toss, making sure each piece is coated with that slick oil.
4. Spread the motherfuckers on a baking sheet, making sure they're in a single layer. We don't want any overcrowding here, we're not running a goddamn vegetable prison.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Pour this glorious glaze all over those sprouts and cranberries, making sure each and every one of them gets coated in that tangy goodness.
6. Slide that baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast those bastards for about 20-25 minutes. We want them to get nice and caramelized, none of that soft and mushy nonsense.
7. Once they're done roasting, take them out of the oven and let them cool for just a hot second. No time for dilly-dallying, we're on a fucking mission here.
8. Transfer those beautiful, perfectly glazed Brussels sprouts and cranberries to a serving dish. Make sure to do it with the grace and finesse of a goddamn ballet dancer.
9. Serve those bad boys hot, and watch as your guests devour them like ravenous animals. Finally, you've managed to turn Brussels sprouts into something worth fucking eating.
Well, what the fuck are you waiting for? Get off your lazy ass and start cooking this amazing balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts and cranberries dish. Your taste buds will thank you, and so will I. And remember, if you ever boil Brussels sprouts again, I will find you, and I will fucking scream at you.
xoxo
The Very Fucking Angry Chef
posted on Sunday, December 17 2023