Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts swaps out pasta for shredded Brussels sprouts in this low-carb take on the Italian classic.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1½ teaspoons freshly ground pepper
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• 14 ounces shredded Brussels sprouts, see Note
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the olive oil, pepper, and red pepper flakes together until toasted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
2. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook, without stirring, until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
3. Season with the salt, and cook until the Brussels sprouts just begin to char, about 2 minutes.
4. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the Parmesan, lemon zest, and hazelnuts.
5. Serve warm, topped with more fresh Parmesan, if desired.