Best 20 Bacon Brussels Sprouts Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on the delightful combination of crispy bacon and roasted Brussels sprouts in this tantalizing recipe. These bite-sized delights offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an irresistible side dish or a delectable snack. Our collection of recipes caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can relish this culinary gem. From classic bacon-roasted Brussels sprouts to vegan and gluten-free alternatives, we've got you covered. Get ready to elevate your culinary repertoire with this scrumptious dish!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PAN ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon image

Sunny Anderson's Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon recipe takes the bitter green vegetable to salty-sweet heights, and you need only four ingredients.

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 strips thick-cut bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
1/2 large onion, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate, then roughly chop. In same pan with bacon fat, melt butter over high heat. Add onions and Brussels Sprouts and cook, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss bacon back into pan. Serve immediately.

MAPLE ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon image

Who knew Brussels sprouts could ever taste this good! Caramelized and crispy, these sprouts gain a nutty flavor from the roasting process.

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts     Roasted

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place Brussels sprouts in a single layer in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy and Brussels sprouts are caramelized, 45 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 352.2 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



Brussels Sprouts with Bacon image

Rachael Ray pairs Brussels sprouts with bacon in this simple but tasty recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 slices bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 shallot, chopped
1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed, small sprouts left whole, larger sprouts halved
Salt and pepper, to your taste
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Brown bacon in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Add extra-virgin olive oil to the pan, 1 turn. Add shallots to the pan and saute 1 to 2 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts and coat in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook Brussels sprouts 2 to 3 minutes to begin to soften, then add broth. Bring broth to a bubble, cover and reduce heat to medium low. Cook 10 minutes, until tender. Transfer sprouts to a serving dish with a slotted spoon and top with cooked bacon bits.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND BALSAMIC



Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic image

Delicious glazed sprouts. Our family loves them with lots of bacon. While we do enjoy them prepared lighter, this is a great quick side dish for a special meal. Also perfect for holiday get-togethers.

Provided by JW

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
6 slices bacon, or more to taste, thinly sliced
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
⅔ cup reduced balsamic vinegar, divided

Steps:

  • Combine Brussels sprouts and bacon in a cast iron skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until Brussels sprouts start to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar on top.
  • Transfer Brussels sprouts and bacon to a serving platter; drizzle remaining balsamic vinegar on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 211.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



Brussels Sprouts with Bacon image

Bacon lends a wonderful salty flavor while balsamic vinegar adds a hint of spicy tang. Who knew Brussels sprouts could taste so good? Paula Young -Tiffin, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 bacon strips
1-1/4 pounds fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed, quartered
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside., In the same pan, saute Brussels sprouts and onion in reserved drippings until crisp-tender. Add the water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are tender. Stir in bacon and vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY BACON BRUSSELS SPROUTS



Cheesy Bacon Brussels Sprouts image

Brussels sprouts bring flavor to cooked bacon in this cheesy side dish, ready in just an hour's time.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 lb Brussels sprouts (1 to 1 1/2 inch), cut in half (5 cups)*
6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup half-and-half
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 3-quart saucepan, place Brussels sprouts; add enough water just to cover. Heat to boiling; boil 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and return to saucepan; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Remove bacon with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels and set aside. Drain all but 1 tablespoon bacon fat from skillet.
  • Add butter to bacon fat in skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add onion; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Add flour, thyme and pepper; cook and stir until well blended. Gradually stir in half-and-half and bouillon granules. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Pour sauce over Brussels sprouts in saucepan; mix gently. Spoon into 2-quart casserole. Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes, sprinkling with crumbled bacon and Cheddar cheese for last 10 minutes of baking, until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

MAPLE & BACON GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



Maple & Bacon Glazed Brussels Sprouts image

For special meals, here's a fantastic side dish that even children will love. The sweet maple syrup and smoky bacon complement the Brussels sprouts perfectly. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 bacon strips, chopped
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain., Meanwhile, cut an "X" in the core of each Brussels sprout. In a large skillet, saute sprouts in butter until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes., Stir in the broth, pecans, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Uncover; cook and stir until Brussels sprouts are tender, 8-10 minutes longer. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

MAPLE-BACON BRUSSELS SPROUTS



Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts image

Bacon and maple are a match made in heaven. Now add in Brussels sprouts and you have a trifecta of tasty goodness. This Allrecipes Magazine recipe is based on stefychefy's Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon.

Provided by Allrecipes Magazine

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts     Roasted

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
5 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Arrange Brussels sprouts in a single layer on a foil-lined 10x15-inch baking pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Drizzle with maple syrup; toss to coat. Roast until tender and beginning to brown, 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • Toss Brussels sprouts mixture with bacon in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 347.8 mg, Sugar 7 g

BRAISED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON



Braised Brussels Sprouts with Bacon image

This is a great side dish to serve with any grilled meat item or other vegetable dishes. I get many requests for this when catering. People who normally don't like Brussels sprouts love these!

Provided by Kimberly Lancaster

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons powdered chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ cup Chardonnay wine

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in butter mixture until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes; add Brussels sprouts and saute until slightly browned on edges, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle bacon, chicken bouillon, red pepper flakes, and black pepper over the sprouts mixture; stir and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour wine over the sprouts mixture, reduce heat to low, place a lid on the pot, and simmer until the sprouts are desired tenderness, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 612.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

BACON-MUSHROOM BRUSSELS SPROUTS



Bacon-Mushroom Brussels Sprouts image

I discovered this recipe while watching a cooking show some years ago. The first time I served it, my guests raved and were surprised when I told them it was brussels sprouts. -Tangee Zayas-Thaler Silver Lake, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups brussels sprouts, halved
3 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place brussels sprouts in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm., In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute onion and mushrooms in the drippings for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Add the broth, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-4 minutes or until broth is reduced by half. Stir in brussels sprouts and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BACON-WRAPPED BRUSSELS SPROUTS RECIPE BY TASTY



Bacon-wrapped Brussels Sprouts Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: bacon, brussels sprouts, maple syrup, black pepper

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 strips bacon
12 brussels sprouts
maple syrup
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Lay out stips of bacon on a clean cutting board or other clean flat surface.
  • Lightly brush each strip of bacon with maple syrup making sure to coat the entire surface of the meat. Lightly sprinkle with black pepper.
  • Take a brussels sprouts and starting from the bottom, roll up each piece of bacon so that it evenly wraps the vegetable.
  • Lightly brush the tops of each wrapped brussels sprout with more maple syrup and sprinkle on additional pepper. Transfer the pieces to a baking sheet making sure to place each piece of rolled-up bacon with the seam side down.
  • Bake at 350˚F (180˚C) for 20-25 minutes or until bacon is done and thoroughly cooked.
  • Remove from baking tray and place on paper towels to remove excess bacon fat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 41 grams, Sugar 0 grams

SHEET-PAN ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS, BACON AND SHALLOTS



Sheet-Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Bacon and Shallots image

Easy and just the right amount of sophisticated, this spin on Brussels sprouts features shallots and bacon, plus a flavor boost from vinegar and brown sugar make this side dish unforgettable. There will be no upturned noses when you serve these Brussels sprouts!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved (8 1/2 cups)
5 medium shallots, thinly sliced (1 1/4 cups)
6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray. Place Brussels sprouts, shallots and bacon on sheet pan. Drizzle with oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat.
  • Roast uncovered 30 to 35 minutes, stirring after 20 minutes, until Brussels sprouts are fork-tender and bacon is cooked.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine vinegar and brown sugar. Stir with whisk until sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove sheet pan from oven. Drizzle with vinegar mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

SAUTEED CABBAGE AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



Sauteed Cabbage and Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Caramelized Shallots image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 whole shallots, peeled
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 pound slab bacon, thinly sliced
1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded
1/2 pound Brussels sprouts, outer layer removed, thinly sliced
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Splash of red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the shallots in a small baking dish, toss with 1 tablespoon canola oil and the sugar and season with salt and pepper. Roast, turning a few times, until golden brown and caramelized, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool slightly, then thinly slice.
  • Put the bacon in a large saute pan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the bacon is golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  • Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil to the pan. Return to the stove over medium heat and heat until the oil begins to shimmer. Add the cabbage and Brussels sprouts, season with salt, pepper and the red pepper flakes, and cook until the vegetables are soft and light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and the shallots. Transfer to a platter and top with the crisp bacon.

CARAMELIZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CRANBERRIES AND BACON



Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Bacon image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 cups water
Salt
4 pounds Brussels sprouts
5 or 6 pieces bacon, minced
1 red onion, medium dice
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Generously salt the water and add the Brussels sprouts. Cook the sprouts until medium tenderness has been reached, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, in a large saucepan over medium heat fry the bacon until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon from the pan to a plate lined with a paper towel. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
  • Leave the bacon fat in the pan and add the red onions and 3 tablespoons of the butter. Saute until the onions are translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the red wine vinegar and brown sugar and cook until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain the Brussels sprouts from water and add to pan with the onions. Stir to coat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in the reserved bacon and cranberries. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste, and transfer to a serving bowl to serve.

GARLIC PARMESAN BACON BRUSSELS SPROUTS RECIPE BY TASTY



Garlic Parmesan Bacon Brussels Sprouts Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: brussels sprouts, bacon, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, fresh chive

Provided by Kathryn Aubin

Categories     Sides

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb brussels sprouts, halved
8 strips bacon, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon pepper
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
5 cloves garlic, minced
fresh chive, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  • Cook bacon in a cast iron pan over medium heat. Once bacon fat coats the pan, add the Brussels sprouts, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic. Stir until fully coated.
  • Cook until the bottom of the Brussel sprouts begin to brown on the bottom.
  • Transfer the cast iron pan to the oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender, flipping the brussel sprouts over every 5 minutes or so.
  • Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the Brussels sprouts, then place the pan back in the oven and bake for other 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with additional bacon and chives then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BROWN-SUGAR-AND-BACON-GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



Brown-Sugar-and-Bacon-Glazed Brussels Sprouts image

Everything cooks in the same pan in this easy Thanksgiving side dish: first the bacon, followed by the Brussels sprouts, along with garlic, thyme, brown sugar, and turkey stock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed
5 ounces bacon (about 5 slices), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons thinly sliced garlic (from 4 to 5 cloves)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons packed dark-brown sugar
1/2 cup turkey stock or low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Using a paring knife, cut a slit straight through center of each sprout and down through stem end (but do not cut in half). Cook bacon in a large pan over medium-high heat until browned and most of fat is rendered, about 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels; discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from pan.
  • Return pan to medium-high heat. Add oil, then garlic and thyme; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add sprouts, butter, brown sugar, stock, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring to evenly coat sprouts. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring a few times, until sprouts are tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, 18 to 20 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until liquid is reduced to a glaze that evenly coats sprouts, 7 to 9 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in bacon, and serve.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS PASTA WITH BACON AND VINEGAR



Brussels Sprouts Pasta With Bacon and Vinegar image

This recipe is endlessly adaptable: You can use pancetta or even sliced salami in place of the bacon, and chopped cabbage or torn escarole work well if you don't have sprouts. No shallots? A small red onion will do. Keep in mind different types of bacon (or other cured pork) will render different amounts of fat. When you add the brussels sprouts, if the skillet starts to look a little dry, add a tablespoon of oil to keep things moving. To achieve a nice mix of crisp leaves and tender cores, tear off some of the loose outer leaves from your brussels sprouts; they will wilt and blister while the more tightly bundled cores will soften and steam. This recipe is designed for a half pound of pasta; though you may be tempted to add extra pasta, the dish will be plenty filling with a whole pound of brussels sprouts.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     dinner, easy, weeknight, pastas, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and black pepper
8 thin slices of bacon
8 ounces cavatappi or other short pasta
1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved and outer leaves separated
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
1/4 cup cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons whole-grain or Dijon mustard
Shaved Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. Using tongs, transfer to a plate.
  • Drop pasta into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining bacon drippings in the skillet over medium-high. Add brussels sprouts and shallots, season with salt and pepper and cook, tossing occasionally and adding olive oil if the skillet looks dry, until the sprouts are dark brown in spots and beginning to be close to tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add vinegar and mustard and toss to combine, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer pasta to skillet, then stir in 1 cup pasta water. Cook, tossing often, until liquid reduces and coats the pasta, 2 to 3 minutes. Crumble bacon over top and serve with Parmesan.

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND APPLES



Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apples image

Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts, apples, and bits of bacon are glazed in an herby maple seasoning in this easy side dish that works alongside any main.

Provided by LaBurd

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
⅓ cup avocado oil
5 slices turkey bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons maple syrup
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 pinch ground thyme, or to taste
1 pinch dried marjoram, or to taste
1 pinch crushed dried rosemary, or to taste
1 pinch crushed dried lavender, or to taste
1 pinch fennel seeds, or to taste
1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix Brussels sprouts, apples, oil, bacon, maple syrup, pepper, salt, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, lavender, fennel, and oregano together in a large bowl. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until Brussels sprouts are tender and bacon is crisp, 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 154.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON & GARLIC



Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic image

When we have company, these sprouts are my go-to side dish because they look and taste fantastic. Fancy them up a notch with pancetta instead of bacon. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts (about 10 cups)
8 bacon strips, coarsely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Trim Brussels sprouts. Cut sprouts lengthwise in half; cut crosswise into thin slices. In a 6-qt. Dutch oven or stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add Brussels sprouts to bacon drippings; cook and stir until sprouts begin to brown lightly, 4-6 minutes. Stir in broth, salt and pepper; cook, covered, until Brussels sprouts are tender, 4-6 minutes longer. Stir in bacon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND BACON



Pasta with Brussels Sprouts and Bacon image

Bits of crisp bacon offset tender rigatoni and brussels sprouts in this main dish. Sauteeing the sprouts before braising them adds flavor and helps preserve their texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces bacon (about 7 slices), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
Up to 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, minced
4 large shallots, cut into thin rounds
1 1/4 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (quartered if large)
1 1/4 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
12 ounces rigatoni pasta
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh sage leaves, about 20 leaves

Steps:

  • Heat a dry large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon; cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Add enough oil to bacon fat in skillet to total 2 tablespoons. Add garlic, shallots, and sprouts; cook, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 3 minutes. Add stock; season with salt and pepper. Cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed and sprouts are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil; add 1 tablespoon salt and the pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid; return pasta to pot.
  • Stir in sprouts mixture, reserved 1/2 cup cooking liquid, and cheese. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; add sage and bacon. Toss until combined. Serve with more cheese.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut bacon and Brussels sprouts.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a large nonstick skillet instead.
  • Be sure to cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not burnt.
  • If you like your Brussels sprouts a little more tender, cook them for an extra 5-10 minutes.
  • For a sweeter dish, add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey before serving.
  • For a more savory dish, add a sprinkle of garlic powder or onion powder.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Bacon and Brussels sprouts are a classic combination that is always a crowd-pleaser. This recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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