Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees

Step 2

Trim a small piece of the brussels stem off.  The leaves that need too will fall off.

Step 3

Place in a large pot and cover with water and bring to a a boil.  Add 2 teaspoons salt to water.

Step 4

Boil brussels for 10 minutes.  Drain.

Step 5

Pour onto large baking sheet.  Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.

Step 6

Using a sturdy flat bottom object like a coffee mug, smash each brussels sprout.

Step 7

Bake for ten minutes.  Remove.  Sprinkle with cheese.  Bake an additional 10 minutes.

Step 8

Serve as a side dish with chicken or fish or chill and chop to add to your lunch salad the next day!