Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Maple Syrup and Cayenne

By susanwadle

From Susan Wadle

Ingredients

• 2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Coarse salt
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from marthastewart.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss brussels sprouts with olive oil; season with salt. Roast until brussels sprouts are browned in spots and tender when pierced with a knife, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine syrup and cayenne pepper. Drizzle brussels sprouts with maple syrup mixture, stir to coat, and roast 1 minute.