Description
Caramelized Brussels sprouts tossed with smoky beef bacon, pecans, and sweet-tart cranberries—an irresistible side.
Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts (halved)
- Beef bacon (crispy)
- Pecans
- Dried cranberries
- Olive oil or bacon drippings
- Salt + pepper
- Garlic (optional)
- Splash of balsamic (optional glaze)
Instructions
- Sauté chopped beef bacon until crispy; remove and keep the drippings in the pan.
- Add Brussels sprouts cut-side down and sear until golden and caramelized.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic if using.
- Add pecans and toast lightly in the pan.
- Stir in dried cranberries and return the crispy bacon.
- Optional: drizzle with a touch of balsamic for sweetness and shine.
- Serve hot with extra pecans and cranberries on top.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on your preference.
- For a sweeter flavor, increase the amount of dried cranberries.
- Ensure the beef bacon is cooked to your desired level of crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop/Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg