Lemon Garlic Brussels Sprouts

adapted from What's Gaby Cooking
serves 4

Ingredients:

• 2 lb brussels sprouts
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp gruyere, grated (optional)
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• sea salt 
• ground black pepper

Method:

1. After rinsing the brussels sprouts, remove the outer layer and trim off the ends.  Cut the spouts in half.
2. In a large pan, bring the olive oil to medium-high heat.
3. Once heated, add the brussels sprouts - cut side down and cook for 7 minutes or until fully cooked.
4. Add garlic and reduce the heat to low.  Add lemon zest and juice.  Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Stir to combine ingredients. Serve and top with gruyere.  Enjoy!