Only 3 ingredients make this Brussels sprouts and bacon bake an easy, hands-off side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a Sunday dinner!
Brussels sprouts and bacon cooked together in the oven make a delicious and flavorful side dish.
The Brussels sprouts are halved, tossed in olive oil, salt, and pepper, and then mixed with crispy bacon pieces before being roasted in the oven. The result is tender Brussels sprouts with a nice caramelisation and a smoky, savoury flavour from the bacon.
It’s a fantastic way to add some excitement to Brussels sprouts and is perfect for serving alongside a variety of main dishes like chicken, turkey or lamb.
Looking for more delicious side dishes to enjoy? Try this cheesy garlic bread, sweet potato fries, or these quick air fryer Brussels sprouts.
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Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts – washed with the ends trimmed off then sliced in half.
- Bacon – a good quality rasher bacon. Quality bacon has a lot of fat, which adds lots of flavour to the Brussels sprouts as they bake.
- Olive oil – to coat the Brussels sprouts.
- Salt and pepper – season to taste.
How to Make Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Bake
Preheat oven 200℃ (400℉)
Cut off the ends of Brussels sprouts and wash. Remove any bad leaves. Slice in half.
Add the olive oil, salt, and pepper to the Brussels sprouts, then place them cut side down in an oven-roasting dish.
Slice the bacon into bits and sprinkle evenly on the Brussels sprouts.
Bake for 25 minutes or until the brussel sprouts are soft and the bacon is crispy. Serve immediately.
Makyla’s Cooking Tips
1. Use quality bacon! This will make this simple dish so much better. Quality bacon has a lot of fat, giving the Brussels sprouts a delicious flavour.
2. Try adding garlic or onion powder if you want a bit of extra seasoning.
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Brussels Sprouts And Bacon Bake
Ingredients
- 700 g Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 slices bacon rashers (235g) diced
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven 200℃ (400℉)
- Cut off the ends of Brussels sprouts and wash. Remove any bad leaves. Slice in half.
- Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Place face down on a baking dish or tray.
- Slice the bacon into bits and sprinkle evenly on the Brussels sprouts.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the brussel sprouts are soft and the bacon is crispy.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
