Easy Sauteed Maple & Balsamic Glazed Bacon Brussels Sprouts
Tender-sliced brussels sprouts are mixed with crispy bacon, chopped nuts, and a heavenly glaze of maple syrup and tangy balsamic vinegar. Savory and sweet flavors are combined to give these humble little vegetables a big show.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh brussels sprouts
- 4 strips of bacon crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped almonds*
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2-3 tablespoons of butter or extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the bacon** in a large skillet until very well done so it will crumble. About 10-15 minutes over medium-high heat. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels. Pour out most of the bacon grease into a proper container. Turn the heat to medium.
- While the bacon is cooking - Cut the bottom off the brussels and peel the outer loose leaves off. Cut the brussels sprouts in half or into quarters for larger ones and set aside.
- Melt the butter in the cast iron skillet over medium heat with just a little of the bacon fat remaining. Add in the halved brussels, salt, and black pepper. Saute the brussels sprouts for 8-10 minutes until they soften and begin to turn golden brown.
- Whisk together the maple syrup and the balsamic vinegar. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the brussel sprouts and stir. Add in the crumbled bacon and chopped almonds. Cook for about a minute.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
*I used almonds, but cashews, pecans, or walnuts would be delicious. Use whatever you have on hand.
** I always cook the entire package of bacon and use the rest for something else or freeze it to easily use later.
-To make roasted bacon balsamic brussels sprouts- place the brussels in a single layer on a baking sheet (or sheet pan) and roast for about 15-20 minutes in a 400 degrees F oven. Then add the balsamic mixture, bacon, and nuts to the roasted brussel sprouts and roast for another 2 minutes.
Servings: 4 people