Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts

These Brussels sprouts are easy enough to make on a weeknight but fancy enough to serve at a dinner party. We can't get enough of them! Instead of roasting the sprouts with balsamic vinegar (which would make them soggy and mushy) we make a simple balsamic glaze to garnish them with. Not only does it look beautiful, but it allows the sprouts to crisp up in the oven. Simply boil down balsamic vinegar with honey and rosemary (or thyme or sage, if you prefer) until it's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Need tips on how to make the crispiest Brussels sprouts EVER?! Check out our roasted Brussels sprouts recipe for all our tips and tricks for getting perfectly golden veggies every time.


INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 6 Slices bacon, cut into pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 c. honey
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 425°. On a large baking sheet, season brussels sprouts, bacon, and garlic with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil and toss until combined.
2. Bake until brussels are tender and charred, 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, and rosemary. Simmer until reduced by half, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes (the mixture should coat the back of a spoon). Let cool.
4. Drizzle roasted brussels sprouts with balsamic and serve.

Share this post