Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Turkey Bacon (Print View)
Golden-brown Brussels sprouts tossed with crispy turkey bacon, perfectly seasoned and roasted until tender.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
→ Meats
02 - 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
→ Oils & Seasonings
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnish
07 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Scatter chopped turkey bacon evenly over the sprouts.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until Brussels sprouts are golden brown and crispy on the edges with turkey bacon cooked through.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- These sprouts convert even the staunchest Brussels skeptics with their perfectly crispy edges and smoky bacon complement.
- The entire dish comes together in just 35 minutes but tastes like something that took all afternoon to develop those deep flavors.
02 -
- Crowding your baking sheet is the biggest mistake – I once piled everything together thinking it wouldn't matter and ended up with soggy sprouts instead of crispy ones.
- The sprouts continue cooking slightly after removing from the oven, so pull them when they're a shade lighter than your ideal doneness.
03 -
- For the crispiest sprouts, dry them thoroughly after washing – I blot mine with a clean kitchen towel because water droplets create steam that prevents browning.
- Position your oven rack in the lower third of the oven where the heat concentration helps create that perfect caramelization on the vegetables.