Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey (Printable version)
Crispy, caramelized sprouts glazed with honey for a sweet and savory side that's impossible to resist.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
→ Oils & Seasonings
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Finishing
05 - 1.5 tbsp honey
06 - 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the Brussels sprouts cut side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
04 - Roast for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until the sprouts are golden and crisped on the edges.
05 - Remove from the oven. Drizzle immediately with honey and balsamic vinegar, then toss gently to coat. Serve hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- The honey creates these irresistible sticky caramelized bits that make Brussels sprouts taste like candy from the vegetable world
- This recipe converts even the most stubborn sprout skeptics after just one bite
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- Overcrowding the pan is actually good here because the sprouts steam slightly in their own moisture before the water evaporates and the crisping begins
- The honey must go on after roasting, not before, or it will burn and turn bitter at these high temperatures
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- Letting the sprouts sit for just 2 minutes after that final honey toss helps the glaze cling to every piece instead of pooling at the bottom of the bowl
- A sprinkle of flaky sea salt right before serving makes those crispy edges absolutely sing