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    Home » Recipes » Side Dish Recipes

    Grandma's Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    Published: Nov 11, 2019 · Modified: Jun 11, 2020 by Sandi Gaertner · 18 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This easy roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon recipe is straight from my Grandma's recipe book. This is the side dish that is perfect for holidays or all year round!

    My family is a little hesitant to eat Brussels sprouts, but add some bacon, and they will dig right in! Is your family picky like this? I would love to hear how you convince your family that Brussels sprouts can be delicious!

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    This recipe was created out of the necessity for simplicity, this is a one-pan dish. There is no need to dirty up a bunch of pans to make this recipe. Add everything to a bowl and dump it into a baking dish. It turns out perfectly every time!

    If you are looking for meals to serve with these roasted Brussels sprouts, give this One Pan Chicken Legs and Vegetable dinner or this easy Gluten Free Chicken Picatta recipe a try!

    a roasting pan filled with roasted Brussels sprouts

    You can see the bacon and leeks mixed in...it all caramelizes together in the pan as you roast it.

    It is funny you ask this because my daughter asked this too. They look just like tiny versions of green cabbage...and they are in the cabbage family.

    How to make roasted Brussels sprouts:

    1. Slice off the stem. Some outer leaves may fall off, but that is okay.
    2. Slice the Brussels sprout in half. This allows the seasoning and oil to penetrate throughout the sprout.
    3. Use precooked bacon to save time (and leave fewer pans to clean up!) I used Trader Joe's precooked bacon.
    4. Use a high-quality olive oil. It really does make a difference!
    5. If you want, feel free to break up the Brussels and cook the leaves like in this Sautéd Brussels Sprouts Leaves recipe.

    Recipe Tips & FAQ:

    How to cut Brussels sprouts:

    The easiest way to chop Brussels sprouts is with a sharp knife. I cut off the end on the bottom (that part where it attached to the stalk). Next, cut the Brussels sprout in half.

    Can you use sliced or shaved Brussels sprouts in this recipe?

    You can use sliced or shaved Brussels sprouts in this recipe. Please note if you use shaved Brussels sprouts, the cook time will be a LOT less so keep an eye on them as they cook.

    Can you cook this recipe stove-top?

    You can definitely make this recipe stove-top by cooking the Brussels sprouts and bacon in a cast-iron skillet.

    Can you use butter instead of olive oil?

    You can use any fat you like in this recipe! If you want to keep this recipe dairy-free, you will want to use the olive oil.

    Serve With:

    • This Herb Roasted Chicken recipe is a family favorite.
    • My kids love this Grilled Steak with Basil Sauce with Brussels sprouts
    • Bacon makes this Bacon-Wrapped Tilapia recipe so good!

    If you are looking for more delicious gluten free side dish recipes, I certainly have quite a few for you to try! If you prefer your Brussels sprouts raw, try them in this delicious shaved Brussels sprout salad.

    Recipe

    Grandma's Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

    Sandi Gaertner
    A delicious and easy roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and leeks recipe. This dish is well loved, even by Brussels sprouts haters.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Gluten Free Side Dish Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 96 kcal

    Equipment

    • 9x13 pan

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound Brussels sprouts
    • 6 slices bacon
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
    • ⅓ cup leeks
    • 1 tablespoon canola oil or other light oil

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 375º F.
    • Wash the Brussels sprouts. Use a sharp knife to cut the base stem off. Slice the Brussel sprout in half. Repeat with all of the sprouts. Set the sprouts aside in a large bowl.
    • In a pan, cook the bacon slices until they are crispy.
    • Chop the bacon and add to the Brussels sprouts in the bowl. 
    • Add salt, pepper, oil, and leeks to the bowl. Toss to coat.
    • Add the Brussels sprout mix to a greased baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes, remove the pan and stir the Brussels sprouts. Place the pan back into the oven and bake for another 15 minutes.
    • Serve hot.

    Notes

    1. Slice your Brussels sprouts in half vertically.
    2. Many ask if you can use precooked bacon, you can but you will not have the bacon grease to help roast and flavor the Brussels sprouts.
    3. You can make this recipe stovetop as well. Add the oil and bacon to a 12" cast iron skillet. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook until the sprouts are soft.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 489IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Peggy Nash

      January 14, 2022 at 9:21 am

      Step 5 says to add oil with the other ingredients and mix ti coat. What oil are you using? There is no oil listed in the ingredients list.

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        January 14, 2022 at 4:22 pm

        Hi Peggy, Thank you for pointing this out. I add 1-2 tablespoons. Thanks again!

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    2. Julia

      October 11, 2021 at 8:09 am

      Darn it I don’t have leeks, does this make a huge difference?

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        October 11, 2021 at 8:30 am

        Good morning, feel free to use onions. I recommend sweet onions, but yellow onions are also good.

        Reply
    3. Sandi

      November 13, 2019 at 11:08 am

      Oven temperature?

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        November 14, 2019 at 1:25 pm

        Hi Sandi, cook at 375F degrees 🙂

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    4. Jenn

      August 22, 2019 at 9:22 am

      Our friends are obsessed with this recipe! So flavorful and easy!

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      • Sandi Gaertner

        August 22, 2019 at 11:34 am

        I am so glad...the bacon makes it so yummy!

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