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Thanksgiving Side Dish

Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dish: Brussels Sprouts Bliss

This Thanksgiving side dish combines crispy bacon, nutty pecans, and tart cranberries with Brussels sprouts for a festive addition to your holiday table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Sprouts
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
For the Crunch
  • 6 slices Bacon or turkey/vegan bacon
  • 1 cup Pecans or walnuts
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries soaked in hot water

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • large bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts, then toss with olive oil and salt. Place cut side down on a baking sheet.
  3. Lay bacon strips on a separate baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until crispy.
  4. Roast the Brussels sprouts alongside the bacon for approximately 25 minutes, turning halfway through.
  5. Toast the pecans on a different baking sheet for about 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
  6. Soak the dried cranberries in boiling water for about 10 minutes, then drain.
  7. Combine roasted Brussels sprouts, chopped bacon, toasted pecans, and soaked cranberries in a large bowl and toss gently.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

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