Tired of slaving over all the trimmings of the Christmas dinner only for the turkey and ham to get all the attention? Well never fear, because right here, we have a recipe that is going to totally steal the show!
The humble Brussels sprout, the least favourite item on the dinner plate, the most often-left behind for the rubbish bin – well no more! With these sweet and salty bacon-glaze sprouts, your Christmas crew will be asking for seconds!
You’ll need…
250g Brussel sprouts
Olive oil
Pepper
Salt
1 clove garlic
100g bacon lardons
3tbsp honey
3tbsp Dijon mustard
Turn on your oven to 170 C.
Wash and peel the first 2-3 layers of your Brussel sprouts. Place them in a large bowl.
Season with oil, salt, pepper and one minced garlic clove. Toss to coat them.
Lay out baking paper on a baking tray and spread out your Brussel sprouts. Sprinkle bacon lardons amongst them and place in the oven for 25-30 minutes, checking regularly to ensure they aren’t burning.
While they’re in the oven, make your honey-Dijon glaze by combining the two in a small bowl with a fork.
Take the Brussel sprouts out of the oven and pour the glaze on top of them. Brush it over the sprouts to coat evenly and roast for a further 10 minutes. Remove and serve!