Name: Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 lbs brussels sprouts, halved; 3 Tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup + 2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze or reduction, divided; 4 oz pancetta or bacon; Pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries as topping

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Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Yield: 6-8 servings

Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Egg Free

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a delicious side dish to serve at any holiday or weeknight dinner. Crunchy, caramelized brussels sprouts are tossed with a balsamic glaze, roasted, and then topped with bacon and optional cranberries or pomegranate seeds.

Brussel sprouts have such a bad hype- but I promise, anyone could love brussels sprouts if prepared correctly.

The key to good brussels sprouts is roasting them.

My fast, go-to way of making them for any given weeknight meal is by tossing them olive oil, and then in a balsamic glaze (I love Aldi’s aged balsamic dressing) and sprinkling them with salt and pepper. I roast those babies up, and they are one of my husband’s and I’s favorite sides. SO, so good!

We’re amping this dish up by adding bacon or pancetta, and then topping them with cranberries or pomegranate seeds for a fun holiday twist!

These will please even the biggest veggie haters out there I will promise you that.

The balsamic glaze caramelizes the Brussels sprouts and roasting them provides a delicious and flavorful crunch. And how can you go wrong with bacon? You can’t. So in that case….

Happy cooking!

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Ingredients in Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon:

Brussels Sprouts- make sure to use fresh Brussels sprouts.

Balsamic Glaze– I like to use either a balsamic reduction or glaze or the Aged Balsamic Dressing from Aldi (its thick like a reduction, not a vinaigrette).

Bacon or Pancetta

Salt and Pepper

Pomegranate Seeds or Dried Cranberries- as an optional, seasonal topping. I love the sweetness and the small burst of juice from the pomegranate seeds paired with the saltiness of the bacon and Brussels sprouts.

roasted balsamic Brussels sprouts with bacon in a dish

Tools needed to make Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts:

Measuring spoons and cups
Cutting board and knife
Sheet pan
Aluminum Foil
Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
Frying Pan

close up of roasted Brussels sprouts with pomegranate seeds

How to make Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Bacon:

Prepare the Brussels sprouts: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Grease with cooking spray. Prep the brussels sprouts by cutting in half or thirds depending on the size. Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan. Drizzle with olive oil and then salt and pepper. Mix together on the pan with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Next drizzle half of the balsamic on the brussels sprouts and toss together on the pan. Spread into an even layer on the pan making sure there is little overlap. Drizzle the rest of the balsamic on top. Roast in the oven according to the directions below in the recipe card.

Prepare the bacon or pancetta: While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, fry the bacon or pancetta in a frying pan until crispy. Remove from the pan and pat any excess grease off. If using bacon, cut or crumble into pieces.

Combine: Once the Brussels sprouts have finished roasting, add the bacon or pancetta and toss together. Transfer to a serving dish and top with pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries. You can also serve with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top.

Tips for the best Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon:

Make sure your oven rack is in the middle of the oven so it’s not too close to the top where it will burn the brussels sprouts before it thoroughly cooks them.
Make sure to use a balsamic glaze or reduction and not straight up balsamic vinegar or vinaigrette.
You can always add more salt and pepper after the brussels sprouts have roasted so give them a taste before serving to make sure they are flavored to your liking.

How to make Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Bacon:

How to store leftovers:

These Brussels sprouts can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave, but for optimum flavor and crispiness, reheat on the stovetop in a skillet or in the oven.

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