Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts
INGREDIENTS
5 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
12 ounces thick-sliced bacon cut into pieces
1⁄2 cup diced red onion
1⁄4 cup Honey
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1⁄4 teaspoon coarse salt
1⁄4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 400°. Position oven racks in top and bottom thirds of oven. In 2 large rimmed baking pans, spread Brussels sprouts in a single layer.
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving 1⁄4 cup drippings in skillet.
Add onion to hot drippings in skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; add half of onions and bacon drippings to each pan of Brussels sprouts. Toss well and spread in a single layer.
Bake for 20 minutes. In a small bowl, combine honey and vinegar. Remove pans from oven; stir half of honey mixture into each pan of Brussels sprouts and spread in a single layer. Rotate position of pans on oven racks. Bake for 5 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are browned and just tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss with bacon just before serving.
