**Brussels Sprouts, Wonions, Bacon, and Balsamic Glaze: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet, Savory, and Crunchy Delights**
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a medley of flavors and textures in this symphony of Brussels sprouts, wonions, bacon, and balsamic glaze. Roasted Brussels sprouts, caramelized wonions, and crispy bacon come together in a harmonious blend, while the rich and tangy balsamic glaze adds a touch of sophistication. These recipes offer a delectable combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy elements, making them perfect for a side dish or a hearty vegetarian main course. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, these recipes guide you through the process with ease, ensuring a delicious and memorable meal.
BALSAMIC-GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
A tasty way to serve Brussels sprouts.
Provided by Barbara Zernicke
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Brussels Sprouts Roasted
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Combine Brussels sprouts and onion together in a bowl; add 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper and gently toss to coat. Spread sprouts mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until sprouts and onion are tender and caramelized, 25 to 30 minutes.
- Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat; saute shallot until tender, about 5 minutes. Add balsamic vinegar and cook until glaze is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Stir rosemary into glaze and pour over sprouts mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 120.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON & ONIONS FOR TWO
Hearty Brussels sprouts pair nicely with salty bacon and onions in this quick Thanksgiving side dish for two. A sweet balsamic glaze makes a nice complement drizzled over the top, but it's not necessary to enjoy this classic combo. For a twist on this recipe, try swapping pancetta for the bacon. If you want to have leftovers, this recipe is easily doubled.
Provided by Hilary Meyer
Categories Thanksgiving Vegetable Side Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 teaspoons oil and salt. Spread on a small baking sheet or roasting pan. Roast, stirring once, until browned and tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add bacon (or pancetta); cook, stirring, until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate. Add onion; cook, stirring, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to the bowl with the Brussels sprouts. Add sage and the bacon (or pancetta) and toss to combine. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 307 mg, Sugar 4 g
BALSAMIC-GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
My relatives claim to hate Brussels sprouts, which I took as a challenge to come up with a recipe they'd love. When I served this at my Christmas buffet, there wasn't a sprout left in the bowl! -Carol Bess White, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut an "X" in the core of each Brussels sprout. Place in a large saucepan; add 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings., Saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in the vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, Brussels sprouts and bacon; cook 2-3 minutes longer. , Sprinkle with bread crumbs; broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
BALSAMIC ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON
Bring on the bacon! Brussels sprouts become a crowd favorite when they're smothered in balsamic and topped with homemade bacon bits.
Provided by Kisspookies
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Brussels Sprouts Roasted
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 15x10-inch baking pan with foil.
- Place Brussels sprouts into the prepared pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
- Roast in the preheated oven until Brussels sprouts are crisp-tender and brown, stirring every 5 minutes, 15 to 20 minutes total.
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble when cool enough to handle.
- Drizzle roasted Brussels sprouts with remaining 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with crumbled bacon and lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 212.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON
This Italian-inspired Brussels sprouts with bacon recipe features pine nuts, balsamic glaze and freshly shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve this quick and easy side for special holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts, bacon, olive oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Roast, stirring halfway through cooking, until sprouts are tender and lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet or saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over low heat. Add pine nuts; cook until fragrant and nuts start to brown, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; mix in oregano. Transfer Brussels sprouts to a serving bowl; add pine nut mixture and toss to coat. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with Parmesan; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS W/ONIONS-BACON & BALSAMIC GLAZE
I got the basic ingredients for this recipe from a Holiday cookbook, and added onions to add additional flavor. It was a perfect side dish to accompany the Thanksgiving Turkey and Cheesy Green Bean Casserole. It is quite simple yet tasty, the bacon adds a bit of crunch and the Balsamic Glaze adds an extra dimension of flavor....
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Vegetables
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Prep Brussels sprouts by removing the yellow or discolored leaves & trimming the stems using a sharp knife. Rinse in a strainer or colander.
- 2. Using a large sauce pan filled 3/4 full with water, heat over high heat until it's boiling and then add 1 Tablespoon of kosher salt. Drop the Brussels sprouts into the pot and cook for about 8 minutes until tender.
- 3. Drain well, then transfer them to a warm bowl while you cook the bacon. Cook bacon until it is crisp, then remove to a platter, to cool, then crumble and set aside.
- 4. Drain all but about 3 tablespoons of bacon fat, then add in the sliced onions and cook till transparent about 8 or 9 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet and add in the Balsamic vinegar, and allow to cook over medium high heat, until it reduces to about half about 5 to 7 minutes, then drizzle over Brussels sprouts, toss to coat and serve while still hot.
- 5. Then combine the onions with the cooked Brussels sprouts, and toss lightly. Add in the crumbled bacon reserving some to garnish the top.
Tips:
- Choose the right Brussels sprouts: Look for firm, bright green sprouts with tightly closed leaves.
- Trim the Brussels sprouts: Remove any wilted or damaged outer leaves and trim the stem end.
- Cook the Brussels sprouts until tender: You can boil, steam, or roast the Brussels sprouts until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Make the wonion rings ahead of time: The wonion rings can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Use a good quality balsamic glaze: The balsamic glaze is what really makes this dish special. Look for a glaze that is thick and syrupy, with a sweet and tangy flavor.
Conclusion:
This Brussels sprouts with wonions and bacon balsamic glaze is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The Brussels sprouts are roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, the wonions are crispy and flavorful, and the bacon adds a smoky richness. The balsamic glaze brings it all together with a sweet and tangy finish. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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