How to cook Brussels sprouts?

My favorite way to cook Brussels sprouts is to slice them in half, then caramelize them in a stainless steel skillet cut side down. Finish them by roasting in the oven until tender and delicious.

How to get Brussels sprouts to taste good?

My favorite way to get the bitterness out of the Brussel's Sprouts is roasting them with bacon, bacon grease, and brown sugar. This helps to caramelize them and bring out their natural flavors without the bitterness.

How to store Brussels Sprouts?

Store the leftover Brussels Sprouts in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make sure it is really sealed because they will stink up the fridge.

Caramelized Balsamic Glaze Brussels Sprouts

Name: Caramelized Balsamic Glaze Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Brussels Sprouts; 4 slices Original Bacon, cut into 2 inch pieces; 2 tablespoons salted butter; 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed; 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt + 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (more to taste if desired)

Description

These Caramelized Balsamic Glaze Brussels Spouts are roasted with brown sugar and bacon for some serious flavor. They're a great side dish for Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday Dinners or just any night of the week. Ready in 45 minutes!

Ingredients

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1 lb Brussels Sprouts
4 slices Original Bacon, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons salted butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
1/4 teaspoon sea salt + 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (more to taste if desired)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Remove the very bottom stem of the Brussels Sprout, being careful not to cut off too much or the leaves will fall off. Then, slice each Brussels Sprout in half through the stem.
Place a stainless steel skillet over medium heat on the stovetop. Sauté the bacon for 7 to 8 minutes until slightly crispy, flipping half way through. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate and keep the grease in the pan. Add the butter and brown sugar and stir into the bacon grease.
Carefully add the Brussel's sprouts cut side down into the pan and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until the inside is golden brown and caramelized.
Turn off the heat. Stir in balsamic glaze and salt and pepper.
Line a cookie sheet with foil and pour the skillet ingredients onto the tray. Bake for 10-20 minutes until the Brussel's Sprouts are nice and tender.
Allow the Brussels Sprouts to cool off for five minutes. Then serve and enjoy!

Equipment

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Notes

If you want the bacon less crispy, pull it off whenever it looks done to you, and wait to add it into the Brussels Sprouts after removing them from the oven.
In Step 3, if the Brussel's Sprouts start to burn or the butter starts burning in the pan, turn down the heat to medium low.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: caramelized
Cuisine: American