Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Yield: 6 to 8 servings From Episode 62

Skillet Brussels sprouts glazed sweet-smoky with maple, bacon, and tart dried cranberries.

Ingredients

  • 8 thick slices bacon, chopped
  • 2 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps

  1. Cook the bacon until crisp; remove and leave the fat in the skillet.
  2. Brown the Brussels sprouts cut-side down in the bacon fat; season with salt and cayenne.
  3. Add the cranberries, apple juice, and maple syrup; cook until glazed. Return the bacon and toss to serve.