Roasted Brussels Sprouts Beef Bacon (Printer-Friendly)

Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts combined with savory beef bacon create a flavorful, satisfying dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Meats

02 - 4 oz beef bacon, diced

→ Oils & Seasonings

03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder

→ Garnish

07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned Brussels sprouts on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Scatter diced beef bacon evenly over the top.
04 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until Brussels sprouts are golden brown and beef bacon is crispy.
05 - Remove from oven and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The beef bacon renders its fat while roasting, infusing every sprout with incredible depth of flavor you cannot achieve with regular bacon
  • This recipe converts even the most devoted sprout haters into believers, thanks to that irresistible crispy-tender texture combination
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet will steam the sprouts instead of roasting them, so use two sheets if necessary
  • Stirring halfway through is nonnegotiable for even browning on all sides
03 -
  • Do not skip the parchment paper because the beef bacon grease can make cleanup frustrating otherwise
  • Letting the sprouts sit for a few minutes after roasting helps them develop even more flavor

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