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BACON & BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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What better way to enjoy Brussels sprouts than with the complementing flavors of balsamic and bacon? This crunchy, grilled veggie recipe makes for the perfect side dish for the holidays, or any night of the year.

Brussels sprouts and bacon in cast iron pan

Ingredients:


Yields: 6-8
Prep: 30 mins


• 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 4 slices of bacon
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 cups balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

PREPARATION: 

 

Light Cowboy Hardwood Lump Charcoal in a charcoal chimney and let burn for 10-15 minutes
Spread hot coals over one side of grill and preheat grill for approximately 10 minutes
Pour balsamic vinegar and brown sugar into small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer until glaze is reduced by half, about 20 minutes
While reducing the balsamic glaze, place Brussels sprouts in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and coat with salt and pepper
Make a foil pouch. Place the Brussels sprouts in the center of the foil and roll up the sides to ensure none fall out but leaving the top open
Place the foil pouch on the grill over medium heat. Oil the grill gates and place the four strips of bacon on the other side of grill, away from the direct flames to avoid flare-up
Grill bacon for 15-20 minutes depending on desired crispiness. Flip every 5 minutes to cook evenly. Leave Brussel sprouts on grill for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Grill until sprouts are lightly charred and browned
Remove foil pouch and Brussels sprouts from grill and let cool. Chop bacon into small bits. Transfer Brussels sprouts to serving dish. Sprinkle bacon bits overtop and drizzle balsamic glaze
Serve and enjoy!

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