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Charred Sprouts with Bacon Jam & Smoked Gouda

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Total Time 28 mins
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

High-heat charred Brussels sprouts are elevated by tossing them with rich, sweet-and-savory bacon jam and freshly shredded smoked Gouda cheese. As heat warms the jam, it melts the cheese into a velvety, smoky coating over every crispy, caramelized bite. It delivers a deeply flavorful side dish that balances nutty char, sweet bacon glaze, and savory cheese richness.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed, halved
  • 2 Tbsp bacon fat melted
  • 1/3 cup bacon jam, warmed
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup cold-smoked Gouda shaved
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
  1. 1
    Par-boil sprouts in salted boiling water for 2 minutes. Shock in ice water, drain, and dry thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Toss sprouts in melted bacon fat, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3
    Lay flat-side down on a preheated sheet pan at 425°F. Roast for 15 minutes until cut faces are deeply charred.
  4. 4
    Whisk warm bacon jam with apple cider vinegar in a mixing bowl.
  5. 5
    Transfer hot roasted sprouts into the bowl. Fold gently to coat.
  6. 6
    Plate sprouts immediately. Top with shaved cold-smoked Gouda.
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