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Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Honey:
Ingredients:
1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, halved, stems and ragged outer leaves removed*
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 425°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
Directly on the prepared baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of oil, salt, and the pepper. Roast, stirring once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, for about 20 minutes.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar and the honey over the roasted Brussels sprouts. Toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve.