Bacon Brussels Sprouts is surprisingly easy to make and one of my favorite dishes, especially in the fall. I am a firm believer that bacon really does make anything better, and this vegetable recipe is no exception.
I did not make Brussels sprouts a lot when I was younger, but recently, they have become popular and served in many unique ways. They can look a bit intimidating if you have never had them. I never had these as a kid, so as an adult, I always thought of them as little cabbages. It is believed that they got their name from being popular in Brussels, Belgium. The most difficult part about Brussel sprouts is cleaning the, and trust me, it is not very difficult.
You can buy Brussels spouts on the stalk, but in most grocery stores, they are without the stalk. By rinsing them in a bowl of warm water, you will clean them and rid them of the dirt and other things that might be in the leaves.
Next you need to trim the leaves. Just like you would a cabbage or lettuce, you want to remove the outer leaves that are exposed to the elements.
Once they are cleaned and seasoned, they can be baked in the oven.
Bacon Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4-5 slices bacon cooked
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400°.
- Wash the sprouts and trim the core (about ¼ inch from the end)
- Remove the outer leaves from the sprouts.
- Place Brussels sprouts olive oil, salt, and pepper in a reusable plastic bag.
- Seal and knead bag to coat the sprouts
- Lightly grease a cookie sheet with olive oil.
- Place marinated Brussels sprouts onto the baking sheet.
- Roast in oven oven 25 minutes, turning over sprouts halfway through for even cooking.
- You can also spritz with a little balsamic vinegar before serving for added flavor.
Time-saving Tip: You can buy Brussels sprouts already cut and cleaned in a bag in your grocer's produce section.
Do you eat Brussels sprouts in your home?
Akaleistar
I've never willing eaten a brussel sprout, but I do like bacon 🙂
Tamara
Yum. Cassidy made something just like this once and I loved it. I need to remind him to do it again. It's a wonderful holiday side dish too.
debbiedoos
Oh My my family would love these! There is a place in Asheville, NC that makes them like this and we die for them. Will book mark this for sure.
Katie
This is too funny! I actually have a brussel sprouts post sitting in my drafts right now! I LOVE THEM! I'll have to give yours a try.
Raquel
Oh good! I look forward to checking out your recipe. There are so many great ways to enjoy them! Thanks for stopping by Katie!
Rose @ RoseBakes.com
I've never had brussel sprouts in my life... but they can be eaten with bacon, I might have to give them a try 😉
Raquel
Really Rose? They are really quite good if you add some seasoning and yumminess like bacon and cheese. 🙂
Helen Fern
Thanks for sharing on the Idea box Linky! Would love to have you share on the "what's for dinner" sunday linky as well!!
Raquel
Thanks Helen! I will check it out for sure!