Brussels Sprouts with Maple and Cayenne

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 20 min

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS:

2 lbs brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise

1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil

coarse salt

1 tbsp pure maple syrup

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat over 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 maple syrup and cayenne pepper.  Drizzle brussels sprouts with maple syrup mixture, stir to coat and roast 1 minute.