Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts

INGREDIENTS

• 5 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved

• 12 ounces thick-sliced bacon cut into pieces

• 1⁄2 cup diced red onion

• 1⁄4 cup Honey

• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1⁄4 teaspoon coarse salt

• 1⁄4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Position oven racks in top and bottom thirds of oven. In 2 large rimmed baking pans, spread Brussels sprouts in a single layer.

2. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, reserving 1⁄4 cup drippings in skillet.

3. Add onion to hot drippings in skillet and cook, stirring constantly, for 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; add half of onions and bacon drippings to each pan of Brussels sprouts. Toss well and spread in a single layer.

4. Bake for 20 minutes. In a small bowl, combine honey and vinegar. Remove pans from oven; stir half of honey mixture into each pan of Brussels sprouts and spread in a single layer. Rotate position of pans on oven racks. Bake for 5 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are browned and just tender. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss with bacon just before serving.