1Trim off the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any discolored outer leaves.
2Put the Brussels sprouts in a cast iron skillet.
3Add some diced bacon to the skillet.
4If you have lean bacon, add some extra virgin olive oil to the skillet to provide fat.
5Toss the Brussels sprouts and bacon with salt and pepper.
6Roast in a 400° oven for 45 to 50 minutes, stirring halfway through.
7If you have a thick balsamic glaze, drizzle it on top.
8If you don't have a thick balsamic glaze, add some balsamic vinegar into a skillet, bring it to a boil, reduce it a little bit to thicken it up, then drizzle on top.
9Alternatively, you can substitute some honey for the balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Brussels sprouts
diced bacon
extra virgin olive oil
salt
pepper
balsamic glaze
balsamic vinegar
honey
Equipment
cast iron skilletovenskillet
Tips
If using lean bacon, add extra virgin olive oil to prevent burning.
When making balsamic glaze, if you don't have a thick glaze, reduce balsamic vinegar in a skillet until thickened, or substitute honey.
It's not burnt, the bacon is crispy and the Brussels sprouts are nicely browned.