I always thought I hated them. On the other hand, I don't think I'd eaten them since childhood, when they were most likely presented to me overcooked by my mother.

Soooo, the other night, a friend invited us over for dinner, and served steamed brussels sprouts as part of the meal. So, I gamely served some up for myself and, lo and behold, they were prettty good!

As I was preusing the veggie aisles at the grocery store this week, I happened upon a 2 lb bag of brussels sprouts, so I scooped them up and brought them home. Last night, I roasted 1/2 pound (tossed with a little olive oil, kosher salt & black pepper) for 30-35 minutes @ 400 degrees, shaking the pan every 5-7 minutes. They came out FABULOUSLY.

Who woulda thunk that I'd actually be looking forward to making myself brussels sprouts again for dinner???