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Crispy Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Crispy bacon Brussels sprouts roast cut side down until tender with deeply browned edges, then get tossed with crisp bacon. This easy oven-roasted side dish pairs savory bacon with caramelized Brussels sprouts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz bacon thick-cut, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved, quartering any large sprouts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet
  • 1 rimmed 18x13-inch baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Set a rack in the center.
  3. Cook the bacon in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes, until crisp.
  4. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. Toss the Brussels sprouts in a large bowl with the olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  6. Arrange the sprouts cut side down in a single layer on a rimmed 18x13-inch baking sheet.
  7. Roast for 25–30 minutes, until tender and deeply browned on the cut sides.
  8. Toss the crisp bacon with the roasted sprouts.
  9. Serve hot.

Notes

For deeply browned sprouts, arrange them cut side down in a single layer without crowding the baking sheet. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3–4 days; freezing is not recommended because the sprouts can become soft. For a lighter option, substitute turkey bacon.