You might be surprised by how much you love these maple bacon Brussels sprouts.

Sure, many folks turn up their noses at the idea of Brussels sprouts.

They can sometimes be a little chewy, even a little stinky.

Southern Living Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts in the bowl to serve

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

But whenroasted under high heatin the oven, they become sweet and tender.

Reheat in a preheated 350F oven until crisp and hot throughout.

you could even enjoy these Brussels sprouts for brunch.

Southern Living Roasted Brussels Sprouts ingredients

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Serve with quiche, frittata, and otherbrunch favoritesfor a healthy and flavorful side dish your guests will appreciate.

More Brussels Sprouts Recipes You’ll Love

Ready to celebrate this underappreciated vegetable?

maple syrup

3slices bacon, chopped

1/2tsp.

Southern Living Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts trimming the sprouts

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

freshly-ground black pepper

Directions

Prepare oven:

Preheat the oven to 425F.

Prepare sprouts:

Trim the ends of the sprouts, if needed.

Cut each sprout in half lengthwise and quarter any large sprouts; discard any discolored outer leaves.

Southern Living Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts cutting the trimmed sprouts in half

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Roast sprouts:

Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven and heat for 3 minutes.

Roast until tender and slightly charred, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Yesovercooked Brussels sprouts will become mushy in the center and too dark and crisp on the exterior.

Southern Living Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts tossing the sprouts with oil, seasoning, and bacon

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Southern Living Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts on the pan before baking

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Southern Living Maple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts after roasting

Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox