Gory Gorilla Tonsils

1. 1

   Wash the Brussels sprouts and remove any discolored leaves.

2. 2

   Trim off the stem ends and cut an X into the bottom of each sprout to make sure your tonsils cook nice and tender.

3. 3

   Place the sprouts in a pot containing about 2 inches of water and sprinkle with the salt.

4. 4

   Cover the pot and cook over medium heat until boiling.

5. 5

   After 8 to 10 minutes, carefully stab a few sprouts with a fork to see if they're tender.

6. 6

   When you can easily pierce them through to their centers, remove the pot from the heat and carefully drain the sprouts in a colander.

7. 7

   Place the grated cheese in a small saucepan and add the milk.

8. 8

   Simmer over low heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon until the cheese melts.

9. 9

   Remove the saucepan from the heat as soon as the cheese melts.

10. 10

    Arrange a bed of washed lettuce leaves on a platter.

11. 11

    Place the gorilla tonsils - in pairs, of course - on the leaves.

12. 12

    Drizzle the melted cheese (pus) over the tonsils.

13. 13

    Sprinkle with paprika (blood specks) and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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