Maple-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans

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Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts tossed with crispy bacon, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet and savory Thanksgiving side. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, bacon strips, pecans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 pound halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer. Scatter 4 chopped bacon strips over the sprouts. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through until Brussels sprouts are tender and bacon is crisp.
  3. Step 3: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle 1/2 cup roughly chopped pecans over the Brussels sprouts and drizzle 2 tablespoons maple syrup evenly on top. Continue roasting until pecans are toasted and glaze is sticky.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven, toss gently to combine all flavors, and serve warm.