Brussel Sprouts w/ Bacon & Golden Raisins

I've been MIA for a while now, its hard to cook while you're inbetween houses! I was *supposed* to be packing all morning, which I did for a while...but I had to get myself in the kitchen and make us some lunch while I had a spare minute! This was delicious, and it would make a great side dish to any meal!

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Golden Raisins

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Ingredients:

• 1/2 c. cider vinegar
• 1/2 c. golden raisins
• 2 lbs. small Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• Kosher salt and pepper
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 small red onion, cut into thin half-moons

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. Warm the vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, add the raisins, and let sit for 15 minutes; drain.
2. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts, oil, and 1 tsp. each salt and pepper. Roast, stirring once, until tender and slightly golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; crumble. Discard all but 2 Tbsp. of the drippings.
4. Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 to 6 minutes. Add the Brussels sprouts, raisins, and bacon and toss to combine.