Brussels sprouts with browned butter-sage & garlic

Pictured with herbs & green onion bread.

Brussels sprouts, stems trimmed, and cut in half lengthwise	½ pound
Butter	4 tablespoons
Olive oil, extra virgin	2 tablespoons
Sage	2 tablespoons fresh, or 4 teaspoons dried
Garlic cloves, crushed, chopped	5
Salt
Black pepper, freshly ground

1. Heat heavy saucepan over medium; add butter and oil, allowing to the butter to brown lightly.
2. Add sage and garlic; brown.
   If you’re using fresh sage, rub it between your hands before adding.
3. Add sprouts, cut side down, and brown, about 15 minutes, until sprouts are tender-crisp.
4. Season to taste with salt and black pepper, and toss sprouts in pan a few times to coat.
5. Transfer to a dish, and serve.

Recipe from my attempts to mimic a side dish I love at Pasta Pomodoro.