1 lbsbrussels sprouts 0.25 cupolive oil, extra virgin 3 tbspmaple syrup 4 slicesbaconcut into 0.5-inch pieces 0.5 tspsalt 0.25 tspground black pepper

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Place Brussels sprouts in a single layer in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon; season with salt and black pepper.
3. Roast in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy and Brussels sprouts are caramelized, 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.