Monday Musings + Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Apples and Bacon

Ingredients

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 medium apples, cored and sliced (choose a sweet variety like Honeycrisp or Gala)
• 4-6 slices of bacon, chopped into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)