Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts

I really like brussels sprouts, but David doesn't like them that much. I got all excited when I saw really nice brussels sprouts at Trader Joe's last week. They were on the stalk and looked beautiful. They had a recipe attached to them for a more complicated roasting which involved maple syrup. So I took the idea of using maple syrup and came up with this quick and easy way to roast them. And, perhaps those that aren't crazy about brussels sprouts might enjoy them too!

1 - 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and quartered lengthwise

coarsely ground sea salt

freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

2 tablespoons olive oil

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the brussels sprouts. Whisk the maple syrup and olive oil together and drizzle it over the sprouts. Gently toss the sprouts so they are evenly coated. Roast for 20-25 minutes until sprouts are tender and slightly caramelized. Makes about 4 servings.