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April 29, 2025

Anyone who isn't a fan of Brussels sprouts simply hasn't tried them roasted with bacon! Dare we say this side dish is better than french fries? The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

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Recipe

Bacon Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Trim the ends from the Brussels sprouts, cut in half, and place in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Dice the bacon into 1/4-inch pieces and place in a large skillet.

Set the skillet over medium high heat. Fry the bacon, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, just until it begins to render some fat, about 2-3 minutes. The bacon should still be very undercooked. Transfer the bacon and fat to the bowl of Brussels sprouts.

Toss the Brussels sprouts and bacon until the oil is evenly distributed. Transfer to the parchment lined baking sheet.

Roast the Brussels sprouts and bacon on the middle rack of oven for 15 minutes.

Open the oven and stir with a rubber spatula. Continue roasting until the Brussels sprouts are tender and slightly charred, and the bacon is browned and crisp, 10-15 minutes.

Check to see that dish is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bacon Crisp Technique 🥓
Par-cook the bacon slightly before mixing with Brussels sprouts to ensure it becomes perfectly crispy without burning during roasting.
Sprout Cutting Hack 🔪
Always cut Brussels sprouts in half and place them cut-side down on the baking sheet for maximum caramelization and even roasting.
Oil Distribution Trick 💦
Use a large mixing bowl to toss Brussels sprouts and bacon with oil and seasonings, ensuring every piece is evenly coated for optimal flavor.
Spacing is Key 📏
Give Brussels sprouts plenty of room on the baking sheet - overcrowding leads to steaming instead of roasting, preventing that desirable crispy exterior.
Seasoning Layer Strategy 🧂
Sprinkle garlic powder and black pepper in two stages - once during initial tossing and again halfway through roasting for deeper, more complex flavor.