Description
Brussels sprouts with bacon, pecans, and cranberries create a harmony of flavors that will elevate any meal. This delightful side dish combines the earthy crunch of Brussels sprouts with crispy bacon, nutty pecans, and sweet-tart cranberries for a colorful addition to your holiday table or weeknight dinner. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is perfect for impressing family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and dry the halved Brussels sprouts thoroughly.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (about 7 minutes). Remove bacon but keep drippings.
- In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with bacon pieces, chopped pecans, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle dried cranberries on top; toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg