Roasted Brussel Sprouts w Lemon

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

2 cloves garlic, smashed

3 tablespoons olive oil

kosher salt and black pepper

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted

1/3 cup bread crumbs

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

Heat oven to 425° F. Dividing evenly, on 2 rimmed baking sheets, toss the Brussels sprouts, garlic, oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Roast, tossing once, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Transfer the Brussels sprouts to a large bowl. Add the butter, bread crumbs, and lemon juice and toss to combine.\

Sweet Potato Casserole with Coconut

Ingredients

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

kosher salt

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup whole milk

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and add 2 teaspoons salt. Reduce heat and simmer until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

Meanwhile, heat oven to 325° F. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, brown sugar, pecans, and ½ teaspoon salt.

Add the granulated sugar, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, and ½ teaspoon salt to the potatoes and mash until smooth.

Transfer the mixture to an 8-inch square or another shallow 2-quart baking dish and sprinkle with the coconut mixture. Bake until heated through (tent loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly), 30 to 35 minutes.