Roasted Garlic Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin

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Skill Level	Easy

Preparation Time	10 minutes	Total Time	45 minutes
Servings	6	Cost Per Serving	$0.67

1 1/2 lbs	Brussels Sprouts, cleaned and halved
1 head	Garlic, halved horizontally
1/2 cup	Cooked Millet
1/2 cup	Parmesan or Pecorino Cheese, grated
1 tbsp	Balsamic or Sherry Vinegar
1 tsp	Lemon Zest
2 tsp	Fresh Thyme, finely chopped
2 tbsp	Olive Oil
To taste	Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Toss the Brussels sprouts and garlic halves with the vinegar and 1 tbsp olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and place in a baking dish which is large enough that they are evenly spread across the bottom.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Combine millet, cheese, lemon zest, thyme, and remaining olive oil. Sprinkle over the top of the Brussels sprouts.
Bake for another 15 to 20 minutes. Remove when golden brown.

PDF link to nutrition facts table for Brussels sprouts au gratin

Millet is an ancient grain that is naturally gluten-free. It is high in fibre and is also a source of B vitamins which are used to convert food into energy.
Millet is also high in minerals such as iron, magnesium and phosphorus. Iron is required for red blood cells to carry oxygen around the body. Magnesium and phosphorus are essential for strong and healthy bones.
Like many whole grains, millet is rich in plant nutrients such as phytic acid and phytate. Phytic acid may help to lower levels of “lousy” LDL cholesterol, while phytate is being studied for its potential to reduce cancer risk.