Brussels Sprouts and Baby Carrots Glazed with Brown Sugar and Pepper

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1 pound baby carrots, trimmed and halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts, baby carrots, olive oil, brown sugar, pepper, and salt. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated with the mixture.
3. Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
5. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Brussels sprouts are a member of the cabbage family.
• Baby carrots are actually young, immature carrots that are harvested before they are fully grown.
• Brown sugar is made by mixing white sugar with molasses.