Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries
Ingredients
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3
lb
brussels sprouts, washed and patted dry, halved (leave small ones whole)
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½
lb
organic, pastured bacon, chopped into ½" pieces
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2
Tbsp
grass-fed ghee or avocado oil, melted
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3
Tbsp
pure maple syrup
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½
tsp
sea salt
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½
cup
naturally sweetened dried cranberries
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1
cup
pecan halves, chopped (leave a few whole for topping)
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½
tsp
black pepper
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⅛
tsp
cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF (218ºC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread out bacon pieces on the parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes or until it starts to brown.
- While the bacon is cooking, combine brussels sprouts, ghee, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a large mixing bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Once the bacon is done, add the brussels sprouts to the baking sheet and stir to combine. Roast for 13-15 minutes.
- In the same mixing bowl, combine the roasted brussels sprouts, bacon, cranberries, pecans, and maple syrup, stirring gently.
- Spoon the mixture into a 9x13 baking/serving dish and return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8-10 servings
Calories
250
Total fat
15g
Total carbohydrates
25g
Total protein
8g
Sodium
300mg
Cholesterol
20mg
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