Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Bacon
Veggies are the essence of a flavorful kitchen. If you're lucky enough to have a bountiful garden, or at an amazing produce section at your local store, farm share or farmers' market--you can cook to your heart's content and experiment with varied flavors all year long.
Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are just that sort of dish...flavorful that exudes confidence in each and every bite.
This delicious side dish is full of caramelized flavor punctuated by bits of tasty bacon and crispy goodness. Pair this dish with pork chops or roasted chicken for a wonderful, low-carb meal.
If you want to start eating healthier, this Brussels sprouts side dish is a great way to go, without losing the rich taste of bacon.
Here are some of our favorite vegetable recipes you'll want to try:
- Sweet Corn, Tomato & Avocado Salsa
- Avocado, Cilantro & Lime Farro Salad {with Fresh Veggies}
- Cauliflower Goat Cheese Soup
Make a Meal with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon
If you're a light eater like I am--or if you don't feel like sharing--this tasty recipe of Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon could be a meal of it's own on your dinner plate. We like our veggies too--no judgement here!
Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Bacon
Ingredients
- 4 thick-cut bacon slices
- 1½ lbs. fresh Brussels sprouts trimmed and cut in half
- 2 T. extra virgin olive oil.
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook bacon in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, turning once to ensure it is cooked evenly on both sides. Cover pan with a splatter guard while cooking, if desired.
- Remove skillet from heat and place cooked bacon on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain. Once cool, blot bacon with paper towels to remove excess fat before crumbling.
- After skillet has cooled slightly, carefully drain the excess bacon fat into an empty can or other heat-safe container. If any fat drips down the side of the skillet, be sure to wipe it off with a damp dish cloth before putting it back on the burner.
- In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts and olive oil and toss to coat. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add Brussels sprouts and cook for several minutes until they begin to turn brown. Add the crumbled bacon to the skillet and place in the pre-heated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sprouts turn a rich, caramelized color.
- Remove skillet from oven and serve immediately.
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