Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hot Bacon Vinaigrette
A favorite side dish, brussels sprouts with hot bacon dressing, is incredibly flavorful and simple to make. Roasted brussels with a delicious warm bacon vinaigrette is a dream. Top with roasted pepitas for even more crunch!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds brussels sprouts, stems removed and halved
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
- kosher salt and pepper
- ¼ cup roasted, salted pepitas
hot bacon dressing
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- ¼ cup bacon fat
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 3 tablespoons red wine or apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place the brussels sprouts and onions in a bowl. Drizzle on the olive oil and toss well so everything is coated.
- Spread the brussels/onion out on a sheet pan. Season all over with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, toss once or twice during cook time.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Drizzle the hot bacon dressing over the brussels sprouts. Sprinkle on the pepitas and serve!
hot bacon dressing
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook, stirring often, until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
- Keep 2 to 3 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic, vinegar, sugar and mustard. Whisk constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the dressing slightly emulsifies.
- Add a pinch of salt and pepper to season. Add the crumbled bacon back into the dressing and serve over the brussels sprouts.
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