ROASTED BALSAMIC BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH PANCETTA

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta image

I always loved Brussels sprouts growing up, so I decided as an adult to bring them home to our family table. I've been making them ever since.-Brenda Washnock, Negaunee, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 ounces sliced pancetta or bacon strips, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. Place Brussels sprouts in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with 2 tablespoons oil, salt and pepper. Roast 30-35 minutes or until lightly charred and tender, stirring halfway., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add pancetta; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until crisp. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar., In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, cranberries and pancetta mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.