Date & Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts

Date & Balsamic Glazed Brussel Sprouts

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼ cup whole pitted dates, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil. Trim stems and remove any wilted outer leaves from Brussels sprouts; wash. Halve Brussels sprouts; spread in a single layer in prepared baking pan. Drizzle oil over Brussels sprouts. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring once or twice.
2. Meanwhile, for sauce, in a large nonstick skillet melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook for 30 seconds. Add balsamic vinegar, dates, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until sauce is thickened and reduced to about ¼ cup.
3. Add roasted Brussels sprouts to the sauce in skillet; stir to coat.