Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients:

4 Strips Bacon                     

1 lb Brussels Sprouts, halved

1/4 C Balsamic Vinegar     

1/2 tsp Salt & Pepper

2 TBSP Embark Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400F. 

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Fry & dice the bacon.  Keep the grease.

In a large bowl whisk together bacon grease, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.

Add the halved sprouts and toss till covered completely.

Place the sprouts on the baking sheet in a single layer. Reserve remaining dressing.

Roast the Brussels sprouts 20-25 minutes.

Mix the dressing with the diced bacon.

When finished roasting, toss the Brussels sprouts with the bacon dressing.

Serves 3-4.

Notes:

Brussels Sprouts are best after the first frost- it brings out their natural sweetness.