These Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts steal the spotlight with their sweet and salty flavor. A simple side dish with only four ingredients, it is sure to wow.
Oh brussel sprouts. You poor, unfortunate vegetable. Hated by children and many adults everywhere. Admittedly, I used to be part of that crowd. Never picking them up at the grocery store. Never thinking recipes that use them look good. Never meeting a brussel sprout recipe that I actually liked.
Until now.
My main theory is that if you put enough cheese on anything it will taste good. In the case of brussel sprouts, it’s syrup. That half full bottle you have in your fridge right now can be put to good use, potentially even converting children to wanting a second helping of this oh-so-neglected vegetable. Syrup for dinner? Sounds like a win-win.
I am usually that person who brings a somewhat healthy dish to parties and potlucks. My go to is green beans almondine, but last Thanksgiving I was in search of something different. Something green, of course, but a way to break out of my norm.
Rob suggested brussel sprouts and I turned up my nose. How could I possibly make those taste good? Then he said the word bacon.
The version we made for Thanksgiving got great reviews, but it had a few more ingredients than this simple, quick version does. I am convinced this take will get rave reviews.
Next time those strange looking little cabbages are on sale, pick up a few handfuls and give them another try. You might start to feel guilty about how you shunned them in the past.
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I’m Brooke Selb, a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in helping busy moms and moms to be to easily juggle mom life with family friendly recipes, and easy exercise routines to help you achieve your fitness goals that fit in with your already busy life with sound nutritional advice.
I’ve never used avocado before to cook. Looks like an awesome alternative, excited to try it out!
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These sound delicious! I would have to use a different type of oil as I’m allergic to avocado, but otherwise I would totally make this, I love brussel sprouts!
I am all about Brussel sprouts right now! Pinned!
Thanks for sharing. Yeah, brussel sprouts are not the most loved veggie. I’m glad you found a way to eat them!
I have NEVER liked brussel sprouts until my awesome sister cooked up the best ones at Thanksgiving last year! I have been dreaming about them since but I’m afraid that they won’t be the same as hers. I am going to try making these this weekend! Thanks for the vote of confidence!
Yum!! I love brussel sprouts and bacon! This seems like a perfect baseball night dinner since it’s so easy!