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Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Sweet Bacon Jam

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A quick and easy recipe featuring crispy roasted Brussels sprouts paired with a rich, sticky sweet bacon jam that balances savory and sweet flavors perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 6 ounces (170 grams) thick-cut bacon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Trim off the tough ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut each sprout in half lengthwise. Toss them in a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the sprouts evenly on the baking sheet, cut side down. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until deep golden brown with crispy edges.
  4. While the sprouts roast, chop the bacon into small pieces. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 7-10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  5. Add the shallot and garlic to the bacon fat and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Stir in the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the mixture simmer gently, stirring often, until it thickens into a sticky jam consistency, about 5-7 minutes. Return the bacon to the pan and mix well. Remove from heat.
  7. Once the Brussels sprouts are roasted, transfer them to a serving bowl and drizzle the sweet bacon jam over the top. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

If sprouts brown too quickly, lower oven temperature and extend roasting time. Stir bacon jam often to prevent burning. For extra crispness, add a pinch of baking soda with olive oil when tossing sprouts. Bacon jam can be made ahead and reheated gently. Leftovers keep up to 3 days refrigerated.

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