Gourmet Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Gourmet Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts

45 mins
easy
6 servings

Crispy bacon, sweet balsamic glaze, and roasted Brussels sprouts create a delicious and satisfying dish.

Fall RecipeSide DishVegetarian

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Large Skillet
  • Small Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1.50 poundsBrussels Sprouts(Halved and trimmed)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsOlive Oil(High quality extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(To taste)
  • 1.00 teaspoonBlack Pepper(To taste)
  • 8.00 ouncesBacon(Thick-cut bacon)
  • 0.50 mediumYellow Onion(Diced)
  • 0.33 cupBalsamic Vinegar(High quality balsamic vinegar)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a large baking sheet.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Halve and trim Brussels sprouts. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Roast Brussels sprouts for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

4

Cook bacon in a separate pan until crispy. Remove bacon, reserving 1 tablespoon of rendered fat.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

5

Add diced onion to the pan with bacon fat and cook until translucent.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Simmer balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until reduced by half (about 10 minutes).

Estimated time: 10 minutes

7

Add reduced balsamic vinegar to the pan with the onions and bacon.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Return roasted Brussels sprouts to the baking sheet.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Pour balsamic mixture over Brussels sprouts and toss to coat.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

10

Serve immediately.

Estimated time: 2 minutes