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Maple Balsamic Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries

This easy roasted brussel sprout recipe is perfect as a holiday side dish, or for any occasion when you need a flavor packed vegetable recipe!

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. brussel sprouts stalk cut off and then halved
  • 2 tbsp. real maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 6 slices of turkey or pork bacon diced into bite sized pieces
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries or craisins
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together the brussel sprouts, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt and pepper.
  2. Distribute evenly in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  3. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and stir. Return to oven.
  4. Meanwhile, cook bacon until crispy in a frying pan. (alternatively, you could use precooked bacon)
  5. 10-15 minutes after you returned the sprouts to the oven, check them and if they are brown and crispy around the edges, they are done.
  6. Remove from oven and add the cooked bacon and the cranberries. Stir to evenly distribute.
  7. Taste for seasonings and add more salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately or at room temperature.