Barrio, [Park Slope] Brooklyn

there are several benefits to living down the street from a restaurant/bar that serves 2 for 1 cocktail drinks all night. i only have a mere 4 blocks to bravely put on my right foot-then-left foot-sober face, and for 2 DELICIOUS drinks for $9 total? not bad i'd say. they have everything from mango margaritas to mojitos to something called the caprihana.

210 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
718-465-4000

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with a Balsamic Glaze

I know that brussel sprouts are an acquired taste, but I happen to adore them. Simply tossed with butter and a sprinkle of salt, and I am a happy lady. I decided to take it up a notch and create a simple glaze that complimented and accentuated the brussel sprouts. I think that a balsamic glaze works particularly well with veggies that have a sweetness to them like brussel sprouts, peppers, carrots, and even heartier ones like acorn or butternut squash. I've used this glaze with meats and seafood like chicken and shrimp and had fantastic results. Pretty much this glaze is a show stopper, and can be matched with almost anything!

Ingredients:
10-12 brussel sprouts, cleaned and halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs honey
salt & pepper
seasonings of choice (optional)

what to do:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
2. Line a baking sheet with tin foil (easy clean up)
3. In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper
4. Arrange the brussels sprouts on the baking sheet, and sprinkle salt and pepper over the tops
5. Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze over the sprouts so that they're all covered
6. If you choose to use a seasoning (i used lemon herb, but you could use any kind like italian or herbs) sprinkle over the top
7. Bake in oven for 25-27 mins, sticking a fork in the sprouts to see if cooked through