2 pounds Brussels sprouts, tough ends trimmed, halved

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon kosher salt

freshly ground black pepper, as desired

Method:

1.   Preheat oven to 400ºF.

2.   In a large bowl, add prepared Brussels sprouts, olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Using clean dry hands, or a wooden spoon, toss to evenly coat.

3.   On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, add Brussels sprouts and spread into an even layer.

4.   Place in preheated 400ºF oven for 10 minutes. Using a metal spatula or wooden spoon, flip sprouts over to ensure both sides evenly caramelize.

5.   Return to oven and cook until fully caramelized and almost syrupy in appearance, approximately 10 – 12 minutes.

6.   Remove from oven and serve while hot.

Kitchen Note:  Consider using different types of oils in place of the olive oil. Coconut oil, for instance, would pair beautifully with the maple syrup. Also, using pancetta is a wonderful addition.