One Pan Sage & Savory Baby Brussels With Figs, Pecans + Sharp Cheddar

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1.5 cups baby brussels sprouts
• 3-4 thin-skinned figs
• 1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
• 3-4 sprigs or leaves of fresh sage
• shredded sharp cheddar
• salt & pepper to taste
• balsamic reduction (optional)

1. Heat olive oil and butter until browned but not smoking.
2. Clean brussels sprouts then cut stems and remove outer leaves. Toss in pan to coat.
3. After 2-3 minutes, add torn sage and pecans.
4. Wash then cut the figs into 1/8 pieces. Once the sprouts start to crisp (6-8 minutes), place figs flesh side down to caramelize.
5. Stir ingredients occasionally for another minute then place in large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and top with sharp cheddar cheese.
6. Drizzle with balsamic reduction (optional)
7. Dig in and enjoy!

olive oil, butter, baby brussels sprouts, thinskinned figs, pecans, sage, cheddar, salt, balsamic reduction

Taken from food52.com/recipes/1373-one-pan-sage-savory-baby-brussels-with-figs-pecans-sharp-cheddar (may not work)