I LOVE festive dishes for holiday celebrations. There’s just something about plates filled with red & green that give you the warm and fuzzies.

 If you’re looking for a yummy, festive dish to bring to your next holiday potluck, function, or the perfect side for Thanksgiving or Christmas, look no further! These were even non-brussle sprout fans approved (and my toddler ate more than I’ve ever seen)!

Sassy & Sweet Holiday Brussels

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 package or stalk of Brussels sprouts, washed & each sprout chopped into fourths
• 6 slices all-natural, no-nitrate bacon or 2 apple-chicken sausages, cooked
• 1 tablespoon avocado or coconut oil (or ghee) melted
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 tablespoon organic garlic, minced
• Ground pepper to taste

Glaze:

• 1/4 cup dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

DIRECTIONS:

• Preheat oven to 450
• In a large pan, add oil and warm
• Add Brussels, garlic, and pepper and toss
• Cook on medium, stirring occasionally, and cook until Brussels are al dente 
• In small bowl, mix together mustard, syrup, and balsamic vinegar to make glaze. Set aside.
• Once Brussels sprouts are semi-soft, put in oven to broil. Cool for 5-10 minutes or until crispy
•  Add bacon and glaze to crispy Brussels and mix
• Stir all ingredients together until Brussels sprouts are coated and evenly glazed
• Add pomegranate seeds
• Toss together lightly & serve immediately