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Roasted brussels sprouts with bacon and a sprig of thyme with a wooden cooking spatula in it in a stainless steel pan.
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5 from 3 votes

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are so easy to make with just a few simple ingredients but are so flavorful! Roasted in the oven to perfection and tossed with crispy bacon, this easy side dish is perfect for a holiday meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved (900g)
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 2-3 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450°F (240°C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper. Toss until combined then transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. All cut sided should be facing down.
  • Cover sheet tightly with aluminum foil and transfer to the oven. Roast for 10 minutes then remove foil and cook for 12-15 more minutes, until the sprouts are tender and browned.
  • In the meantime, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, then finely chop it. Leave the bacon drippings in the skillet.
  • When the Brussels sprouts are are tender transfer them to the skillet with the bacon drippings. Add chopped bacon, apple cider, fresh thyme, and toss until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 229kcal