Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Description
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe combines crisped bacon pieces with Brussels sprouts that are first seared in bacon fat to develop a light browning, then roasted to achieve tenderness and a deeper caramelization. The final sprinkle of blue cheese introduces a creamy and piquant note, complementing the savory bacon and earthy sprouts. The seasoning of salt and pepper is adjusted after roasting to enhance the flavors. This method produces sprouts with a crisp exterior and soft interior texture, balanced by salty and savory elements.
The recipe is suited for serving as a side dish with meals where a flavorful vegetable accompaniment is desired. The contrast between the crispy bacon and melting cheese against the sprouts creates a multi-texture experience. Variations include adding dried cranberries or cherries for a sweet contrast.
Practical tips include best serving immediately after cooking for optimal texture. Leftover sprouts can be refrigerated for a few days and reheated in a skillet to maintain crispness, while freezing is possible but may compromise texture. Use bacon fat for flavor or oil if bacon is unavailable, noting some flavor loss.
Ingredients
- ½ pound Bacon sliced into small pieces
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts cut in half
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbled
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°.
- Add the bacon to a large frying pan over medium-high heat and cook it until it is crisp and brown.
- Set the bacon lardons to the side and then add the sprouts to the pan with the rendered bacon fat over high heat and sear for 8-10 minutes stirring every minute or so until lightly browned.
- Transfer the brussels sprouts pan to the oven and bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until browned and tender.
- Remove from the oven, season with salt and pepper, and add the brussels sprouts to a serving bowl and toss with the cooked crisp bacon lardons and sprinkle on crumbled blue cheese.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately after preparation to enjoy the crisp textures and full flavors.
- You can keep the cooked Brussels sprouts warm in a covered pot in the oven set to 225° for up to one hour before serving.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat in a frying pan over medium heat to restore some crispness.
- Freezing is possible for up to three months, but reheated sprouts may become mushy quickly.
- Adding dried cranberries or cherries when finishing adds a sweet contrast that complements the salty bacon and tangy blue cheese.
- If bacon is not available, cooking the sprouts in oil is an alternative, though some depth of flavor from bacon fat will be lost.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 333 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 333kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 463mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 919IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 96mg | 107% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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