spicy brussel sprouts

Spicy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients:1/2 pound Brussels sprouts, removed from stems
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Large pinch of cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 tablespoon hickory-flavored liquid smoke
1 tablespoon capers, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Directions:
Remove rough outer leaves from Brussels sprouts and chop each in half. Rinse sprouts in colander and drain, cut side down, on a clean towel.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add two tablespoons butter and stir frequently until bubbling stops. Add red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, and approximately a quarter teaspoon of liquid smoke; stir to mix. Add Brussels sprouts, toss to coat in butter mixture and then arrange cut side down. Allow to cook undisturbed over medium heat for approximately five minutes until cut sides of sprouts are deeply browned. Stir sprouts and continue to cook until sprouts are slightly charred on exteriors.
Add remaining liquid smoke, capers, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper (to taste) to pan. Stir to mix before adding remaining teaspoon of butter. After butter is melted and incorporated into dish, remove from heat and serve immediately.
From R. Kirk Guy.