Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound brussels sprouts, halved if large
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch each kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound bacon
  • 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon dried chives
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • kosher salt and black pepper

Instruction

  • 1. Position the oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425° F.2. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss together the brussels sprouts, olive oil, and a pinch each of salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Then add the thyme and parmesan. 3. Cut the bacon strip into thirds depending on the size. I do thirds. Wrap each sprout in bacon, placing them seam side down on the baking sheet. Roast the brussels sprouts on the lower oven rack until browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Flip and cook another 10 minutes, until deeply browned and crisp. 4. Meanwhile, make the ranch. Combine all ingredients in a bowl or glass jar. Taste, adding salt and pepper as needed.5. Serve the sprouts warm with ranch on the side.