Easy Bacon Brussels Sprouts recipe. The perfect side dish for any holiday, it is made with minimal ingredients so it comes together really quickly.
It is nowhere near a holiday that usually makes use of Brussels sprouts. But I am pretty obsessed with Brussels sprouts. I always have been. Even when I was little.
So when I noticed that I had some bacon that needed using in the fridge, I thoughtL why not add it to my Brussels sprouts? It is a salad combo that I love, so I knew that it would work perfectly as a side dish. And that’s how this Bacon Brussels Sprouts was born.
What you need to make Bacon Brussels Sprouts
This is so simple, I’m almost embarrassed to make it a recipe. You really only need 2 ingredients, plus salt and pepper. I wonder what those two ingredients are! Let me spell them out for you:
- Bacon
- Brussels sprouts
- salt & pepper
That’s it!
Variations
This is such a simple side dish with only 2 ingredients, but you can definitely add things to it to make it a little fancier.
I have added some maple syrup to it to give it a sweeter flavour. It also goes really well with some balsamic glaze. Plus, if you have some Parmesan cheese, I’m sure it will taste amazing with a little of that added in.
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Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon, diced
- 2 lbs brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate and crumble. Set aside.
- Discard of most of the bacon grease, reserving 2 Tbsp for the pan. Cook the brussels sprouts in the bacon grease for around 10 minutes, or until golden.
- Add in the bacon and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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the ultimate side dish upgrade! Those crispy bacon bits take these sprouts from ordinary to extraordinary.
Agree! One of my favourite things to make for sure 🙂
I love Brussels sprouts and I love bacon. It makes perfect sense to combine the two. I just added some pepper as recommended and vwala!
Yay! So glad you liked it!
IMHO the only way to eat Brussels Sprouts is with bacon. Our family loves them prepared this way and I can’t ever see that changing. Thank you for this great recipe!
I am so glad you liked it!
My family loves this straightforward yet rich-in-flavor recipe. We love the crispiness of the bacon against the softness of the Brussels sprouts.
A must on my Thanksgiving table.
Yes! I make it every year for Thanksgiving 🙂
Bacon was the missing ingredient that Brussels sprouts truly needed. Will be making these again for the holidays.
It’s the best addition! 😉
Bacon and Brussels sprouts are a match made in heaven and your recipe was easy to make and so very delicious!
Such a good combo! 🙂
These brussels sprouts were so delicious with the added bacon pieces and flavor. This will be my new favorite way to enjoy sprouts 😉
Me too! Thanks so much 🙂
I love Brussels sprouts and paired with crisp bacon it’s the perfect side! Always a seasonal go-to!
Yes!! So good 🙂
Can’t believe how simple and easy this is! I might add some roasted sweet potatoes too next time. So good!
Ooh that sounds so good!