I’m trying to multitask right now. I have a toothbrush in my mouth (there may or may not be toothpaste goop running down my chin) while typing. I’m trying not to cry because the toothpaste is burning the open wound in my mouth from trying to consume sugar while it was still hot. Smart. That sh*t is sticky. You can’t exactly get it off when it clings to your skin. Sucker fish sugar. And I’m trying to not type with my left index finger because I was once again forgot how hot sugar is. The tip of my finger is white…not a good sign. Have you tried to not type with your index finger? Try it. Come on. It sucks ass. And I’m doing all of this while baking some shananigans in the oven and trying to finish my laundry that I’ve put off for about 2 weeks. Yes, 2 weeks. You know what that means? The washer is about to explode. Literally. I just went in my laundry room and the washer was on the complete opposite side from the dryer…it’s not suppose to be like that.

So I’ve come to some conclusions. I need to better plan ahead. I need to not consume and/or cook with sugar anymore. And I need to shower more often. That’s a side note, but is the damn truth. If I’m going to attract a mate (ew, I just said mate) I need to be smelling extra fresh and lookin like a dime piece. Holy sh*t, can you believe I just said that? That just happened. You know what is definitely going to attract a mate? The candied chocolate nuts I just made. If a guy doesn’t like those, he is stupid. And if he doesn’t like sweets, don’t worry, I cook up a mean slice of bacon. Professional style.

So what’s up with the short post? I just had toothpaste slobber fall off my chin and run down my boob. It’s reaching towards the belly button at this point. Damn, I’m attractive. I guess it’s time to shower. Effin a.

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Bacon Pecan Brussel Sprouts

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Ingredients

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  • 1/2 lb brussel sprouts
  • 6 oz bacon, diced up
  • 1/2 cup pecans
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Cut off the end of the brussel sprouts then cut each one in half.
  3. Throw your diced bacon in a large skillet under medium heat and cook until it begins to brown.
  4. Then add your pecans to roast with the bacon in the bacon fat.
  5. Once bacon is fully cooked, remove bacon and pecans with a slotted spoon and put in a bowl.
  6. Now add brussel sprouts directly to your bacon fat pan, add some salt and pepper, and cover to let cook for a bit. About 6 minutes of so.
  7. Once the brussel sprouts are browned a bit on the outside, either add that pan directly to the oven or transfer the sprouts to a baking dish then put in the oven for roasting.
  8. Leave in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, adding the bacon and pecans back to the brussel sprouts after about 15 minutes to finish cooking all together.
  9. Let cool a bit, then eat.

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35 Comments

  1. Vicki says:

    This is genius! Made it today and subbed the sprouts (couldn’t get any here) with cabbage. YUMMERS!!!! Why have I not done this before!?!? As always love the site xx

  2. allie says:

    I am making these tonight for Thanksgiving tomorrow. Do you think that is okay – ie will it taste good tomorrow for the main meal?

    1. juli says:

      it should probably be made the night before but whatever works best for you life!

  3. Michelle says:

    This sounds so delicious that I’m making the recipe for a Christmas gathering we’ve been invited too. Juli…I’m alot like you and instantly like you because of your personality…..Thanks for the recipe..you are great!

  4. Lauren says:

    I just made these and ate all of them at once by myself. Who binges on brussel sprouts? That’s just wrong! I have that problem with many of your recipes. You should post some mediocre recipes so that I can pretend like I have self control! P.S. My phone won’t let me click on the stars to rate the recipe, but 5 stars, clearly.

    1. Amanda says:

      just made these last night & binged on brussel sprouts too!!! love the crunch!






  5. Emilee says:

    my fav go-to veggies!!






  6. Jessie says:

    THIS. RECIPE. IS. AMAZING. made it last night and died in deliciousness. thank YOU!!!






  7. Lindsey says:

    SO excited for making health thanksgiving food..We will see if work can tell if the yummy food they are eating is Paleo 🙂






  8. Stephani says:

    This recipe looks so delicious. I can’t wait to make it tomorrow for Thanksgiving. Does anyone have an idea of how many servings the recipe will make as written? Thanks –

    1. juli says:

      about 3-4

  9. barb b says:

    PaleOMG!! Delicious!! Made it for t-day but I am not quite sure it will make it to the table, if I keep nibbling on it! Thank you!






  10. Rod says:

    Making these now for Thanksgiving and used 7 lbs of sprouts. I used thick cut bacon from the butcher. I used 26 ounces of bacon and about 4 cups of pecans and that seems like enough. Can’t wait to eat them.