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Spicy Maple Butternut Brussels Bacon

Spicy Maple Butternut Brussels Bacon: A Cozy, Flavorful Delight

Experience the comforting flavors of Spicy Maple Butternut Brussels Bacon, a warm autumn delight combining savory vegetables and crispy bacon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Brussels Sprouts trimmed
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Flavoring
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup dark grade preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves/Allspice or nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For the Crunch and Texture
  • 6 slices Bacon or turkey bacon
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries or raisins
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Pecan Halves or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup Gorgonzola/Blue Cheese/Goat Cheese to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread trimmed Brussels sprouts and cubed butternut squash on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, maple syrup, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves or allspice; whisk until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the glaze over the vegetables and toss to coat; season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Roast vegetables for 15 minutes, then flip them and roast for another 15 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  6. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes; chop into pieces.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables, chopped bacon, dried cranberries, and toasted pecan halves, tossing gently.
  8. Sprinkle with crumbled cheese before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, coat vegetables generously with the syrup mixture and adjust spice levels to your taste. This dish can be adapted with different vegetables or bacon types.

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