Slow-Cooker Brussels Sprouts with Lemon

Stir together the Brussels sprouts, stock, and salt in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH until the Brussels sprouts are tender, about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Preheat the broiler with the oven rack 6 inches from the heat. Coat an aluminum foil-lined broiler pan or large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the Brussels sprouts from the slow cooker to the prepared broiler pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice; sprinkle with the pepper. Toss to coat; spread in a single layer.

Broil until the Brussels sprouts begin to brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice over the Brussels sprouts. Top evenly with the pine nuts, cheese, and lemon zest.