Roasted Brussels Sprouts Bacon (Printable)
Crispy caramelized Brussels sprouts combined with savory beef bacon, roasted to golden perfection.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
→ Meats
02 - 6 oz beef bacon, chopped
→ Oils & Seasonings
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - ½ tsp kosher salt
05 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
→ Finishing
07 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned Brussels sprouts on prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Scatter chopped beef bacon evenly over the top.
04 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until sprouts are golden and crispy and beef bacon is cooked through.
05 - Remove from oven. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired and serve hot.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- The beef bacon transforms ordinary sprouts into something people actually fight over at the dinner table
- Everything roasts on one sheet pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
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- Crowding the pan is the enemy of crispy sprouts, so use two sheets if yours looks too packed
- That final 2 to 3 minutes under the broiler makes the difference between good sprouts and great ones
03 -
- Don't skip the stir halfway through or the bottom pieces will burn while the top stays undercooked
- Room temperature sprouts roast more evenly than cold ones straight from the refrigerator