Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Almond Maple butter

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 pounds brussel sprouts
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper
  
• 1/3 cup almonds, slivers or pieces
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/3 cup REAL maple syrup
• 1/4 cup bourbon 

DIRECTIONS

1. Clean brussel sprouts to remove any dirt or browned leaves.
2. Cut brussel sprouts in half from stem to top, place in a large bowl.
3. Toss brussel sprouts with oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
4. Place sprouts on a baking sheet in a single  layer.
5. Bake in a 400 degree preheated oven for 20-35 minutes until the sprouts and brown and crisp on the baking sheet side.
6. Meanwhile, toast almond in a small skillet over low heat, shaking the pan occasionally until nuts are starting to brown, about 10 minutes.
   
7. Just before the spouts are done, melt butter in a small sauce pan.
8. After butter melts, CAREFULLY stir in syrup and bourbon.
9. Scrape sprouts into a large serving bowl, toss with butter sauce and top with toasted nuts. Adjust seasoning.
   
10. Serve warm.
    

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