Sausage and Brussels Sprout Saute

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb brussel sprouts, washed and thinly sliced (OR lazy girl hack, 1 bag of shaved brussel sprouts-- I used the Trader Joe's version)
  • 2-3 sausages of your favorite variety (I used Trader Joe's apple + chardonnay chicken sausages)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil,divided
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Optional

  • 1/4 C fresh grated parmesan cheese.
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
     

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Slice sausages into evenly sized pieces and cook in 1 tbsp of olive oil on medium-high heat until they start showing signs of charring.
  2. Remove sausages from skillet and add 1 tbsp of olive oil and shaved brussel sprouts, salt, pepper. (Option to use any other spices that may taste good to you-- I used lemon pepper.)
  3. Sauté until brussels sprouts begin to soften (about 5 minutes), add in sausages and cook flavors together for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon on top (and optional cheese or red pepper flakes) and serve immediately.
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