Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Ingredients

• 1 & 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 6 slices of bacon (cut into 1" pieces)
• 1/2 small red onion (cut into strips (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

2. 2

   Clean and trim Brussels sprouts. Cut any very large heads in half through the core.

3. 3

   Place the Brussels sprouts and any loose leaves in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to evenly coat.

4. 4

   Pour the Brussels sprouts onto the prepared baking pan (you want them to be in a single layer). Season with salt and pepper. Then evenly sprinkle the bacon pieces and onions (if using) on top of the Brussels sprouts.

5. 5

   Roast in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking time, until golden and lightly caramelized. Serve immediately.