Trim the end of the brussel sprouts and remove any loose outer leaves. Cut an X in the bottom of the brussell sprout (this allows the center to cook faster)
Bring a pot of water to boil on the stove. Add the brussel sprouts and cook until tender (about 10 minutes). ( Using our rule of thumb, brussel sprouts are started in boiling water, because you start vegetables that grow above the ground in boiling water and ones that grow below the ground in cold water)
Drain the brussels, drizzle with olive oil, grate fresh nutmeg and top with asiago cheese.