Bacon Balsamic Brussel Sprouts

The Triple B (Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts) from That Savage Kitchen is a smoky, crispy roasted vegetable side dish featuring blanched Brussels sprouts and bacon baked together at 425°F and finished with a rich balsamic glaze.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2

Trim off any hanging leaves and cut off the ends of the Brussels sprouts, then cut them in half or quarters as preferred.

Step 3

Blanch the halved sprouts in boiling water for 1 to 1.5 minutes to enhance their color and lower bitterness. Immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking, then dry them thoroughly.

Step 4

Place the bacon on a sheet tray and bake in the oven.

Step 5

Toss the dried Brussels sprouts with the reserved bacon fat (or olive oil), onion powder, garlic powder, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until fully coated.

Step 6

Add the seasoned Brussels sprouts to the sheet tray alongside the bacon. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 7

Chop the cooked bacon. Toss a portion of the chopped bacon and a drizzle of balsamic glaze with the roasted Brussels sprouts. Return the tray to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 8

Top with extra balsamic glaze and the remaining crispy bacon before serving.