Maple Bourbon Sauce Sprouts (Print Version)
A rich maple bourbon glaze adds flavor to crispy Brussels sprouts, paired with smoky bacon, and pecan crunch. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight sides.
# Ingredients:
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4 strips of bacon, chopped into pieces.
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2 pounds of Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed, and cut in half.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.
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1/2 cup brown sugar.
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1/2 cup of chopped candied pecans.
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1/2 cup maple syrup.
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2 ounces of bourbon.
# Directions:
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Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Get a baking sheet ready with parchment.
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Toss your Brussels sprouts with olive oil, pepper, and salt. Spread them all out in one layer on the baking sheet.
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Let the sprouts roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until you can easily pierce them with a fork.
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While the sprouts are baking, cook the chopped bacon in a skillet on medium-high heat for about 7-8 minutes until super crispy. Set the bacon aside and get rid of the grease.
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Keep those browned bits in the pan. Pour in bourbon and balsamic vinegar while scraping up all the good stuff stuck to the pan's bottom.
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Mix maple syrup with the brown sugar and bring to a quick boil for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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Take the skillet off the stove. Add the roasted sprouts, crispy bacon bits, and pecans to the sauce. Mix everything well.
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Dish it up and dig into this sweet, smoky goodness!
# Notes:
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This dish brings a mix of smoky, sweet, and savory together, making it hard to resist as a tasty side.