Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Figs & Pecans

Ingredients

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 oz dried figs, halved
• 1/4-1/2 cup toasted pecans (or candied pecans!)
• 6 cloves garlic, peeled

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the brussel sprouts in half.
3. Mix them Brussel Sprouts and garlic in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, and pepper seasoning.
4. Transfer them to a sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes. Shake pan, toss veggies and add figs. Roast for another 20-25 minutes until the brussel sprouts are golden around the edges and tender to a fork.
5. Shake the pan from time to time to brown the Brussels sprouts evenly.
6. Sprinkle with balsamic and pecans and serve warm.

Adapted from the Barefoot Contessa Cookbook

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