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Brussels Sprouts Bacon

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Made these two-ingredient sprouts with bacon—amazing! Only 30 minutes needed. Bacon makes them so smoky and tasty while the sprouts get all crispy in the fat. No weird ingredients, just super easy. Cut sprouts smaller for more crisp. Even the kids were excited to eat this. Perfect side dish that's no fuss but feels fancy.
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Updated on Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:15:05 GMT
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Bowl of crispy Brussels sprouts mixed with chunks of browned bacon. | tasteofmoms.com

Sizzling Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

I've turned ordinary Brussels sprouts into something extraordinary with this bacon combo. When bacon fat melts down, it creates the perfect spot for those sprouts to brown up nicely—it's truly cooking wizardry! I've won over countless Brussels sprout haters over the years, and this easy pairing hasn't let me down yet.

Delightful Yet Uncomplicated

This Brussels sprouts and bacon mix shows how basic ingredients can work wonders together. The way these sprouts drink up all that bacon flavor while getting soft inside with crunchy edges makes them totally addictive. Even my family members who used to avoid Brussels sprouts now ask me to make this dish every week.

Ingredients Needed

  • Brussels Sprouts: Look for ones that are vibrant green.
  • Bacon: Don't skimp on quality here.
  • Salt & Pepper: Add only if you think it needs it.

Cooking Instructions

Start With Bacon
Cook until it's properly crunchy and all the flavor gets released.
Toss In Sprouts
They'll absorb all that tasty bacon flavor.
Finish The Dish
Everything will turn golden and tender just right.

Tips For Best Results

For truly tasty Brussels sprouts and bacon, don't pack too many sprouts in your pan. They need room to brown properly. And take your time with the bacon—it needs to slowly release its fat to give everything that amazing flavor.

Serving Suggestions

These Brussels sprouts and bacon go great with pretty much any main course. They'll shine at both everyday meals and fancy holiday dinners by adding tons of flavor to your plate. Sometimes I'll add a bit of maple syrup for special occasions, but honestly, they're fantastic just on their own.

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A close-up of sautéed Brussels sprouts mixed with crispy bacon in a black bowl. | tasteofmoms.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why should you cover them while cooking?

It allows the sprouts to steam and soften nicely, while the uncovered part develops rich, golden browning.

→ Is sprout size important?

Yes, bigger sprouts take longer to cook compared to smaller ones, so it’s good to adjust time accordingly.

→ What’s the point of bacon fat?

It infuses the sprouts with smoky, rich flavor while making the edges golden and crisp.

→ When’s the best time to add salt?

Wait until the end, after tasting, since bacon already brings plenty of salt to the dish.

→ How do I make sprouts even softer?

Try covering the pan again in the last minutes to tenderize more, but keep an eye out for burning.

Conclusion

Simple yet flavorful, this dish combines crisp bacon with tender Brussels sprouts to create a standout side in no time.

Brussels Sprouts Bacon

Tender Brussels sprouts soaked in savory bacon fat topped with crispy bits of bacon. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Ashley


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 2 dozen Brussels sprouts, halved and cleaned up.
02 1/2 pound of bacon, chopped into tiny pieces.
03 Pepper and salt to your liking.

Instructions

Step 01

In a pan over medium-high, crisp up the bacon pieces. Pull them out and let them drain on some paper towels, but keep the grease in the pan.

Step 02

Toss Brussels sprouts into that leftover grease, giving them a good stir to coat evenly. Pop on a lid and let them cook gently on medium-low for roughly 5 minutes.

Step 03

Throw the bacon back with the sprouts and stir around. Let them cook uncovered until the sprouts soften to how you like them. For super soft sprouts, cover again briefly.

Step 04

Sprinkle in salt and pepper as you prefer. Serve while still hot.

Notes

  1. The size of your sprouts changes how long they’ll need to cook.
  2. Covering the pan helps make the sprouts even softer.
  3. Tastes best when eaten right after cooking.

Tools You'll Need

  • A big frying pan with a lid.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 23 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 11 g
  • Protein: 11 g