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Savory Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

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A quick and easy side dish featuring roasted Brussels sprouts glazed with maple syrup and balsamic vinegar, combined with crispy bacon for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim off the stem ends and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves from the Brussels sprouts. Cut each sprout in half lengthwise.
  3. Chop the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved sprouts, chopped bacon, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss well to coat evenly.
  5. Drizzle maple syrup and balsamic vinegar over the mixture and toss again to coat each piece.
  6. Spread the mixture in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, cut side down. Use two pans if needed to avoid crowding.
  7. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping the sprouts halfway through (around 12 minutes), until sprouts are tender inside, caramelized brown outside, and bacon is crispy.
  8. If bacon renders a lot of fat, carefully drain some halfway through roasting to avoid soggy sprouts.
  9. Check for seasoning and adjust salt if needed.
  10. Serve warm, best eaten right out of the oven.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Roast at high heat (425°F) for crispy caramelized edges. Drain excess bacon fat halfway through roasting if needed. Toss garlic well in oil to prevent burning. For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add toasted nuts with smoked paprika. Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.

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