A dramatic presentation, complete with Lemon-Cayenne Sauce
1 stalk Brussels sprouts
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 cloves minced garlic
3/4 cup mayonnaise
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Wash stalk and place on large baking sheet with sides (if it won't fit, cut the stalk in half and lay side by side). In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic, honey and salt. Use about 2/3 of the glaze to brush evenly over sprouts. Bake 25 mnutes.
Meanwhile, add garlic to remaining glaze and set aside (garlic is added later so it won't burn). In a small bowl, combine mayo, lemon and cayenne.
Remove sprouts from oven, re-glaze with vinegar mixture, reserving a little for the end. Place a piece of heavy foil on top and return to oven for 10 minutes. remove foil, pour remaining glaze over the top and roast 10 minutes more.
To serve: Place whole stalk on serving platter. Serve with scissors, so you can snip off the sprouts - and pass the sauce. Note: Sometimes it makes for a pretty appetizer.