A crispy Brussels sprout is good, but a crispy Brussels sprout with pancetta?

Think of pancetta as bacon’s thicker cousin.

The result is a golden brown exterior and perfectly tender interior.

Top View of Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pancetta Served in a White Bowl on Top of Blue Fabric, with Metal Spoon and Small Metal Bowl of Peppered Oil to the Left

Anna Williams

Shopping tip: Look for pre-diced pancetta, which will save you prep time.

Ingredients

2poundBrussels sprouts

6tablespoonsolive oil

4ouncespancetta, cut into 14-in.

Trim Brussels sprouts and halve lengthwise, pulling off and reserving any loose outer leaves.

Transfer Brussels sprouts and leaves to a large bowl.

Return baking sheets to oven; roast for 10 minutes.

Remove Brussels sprouts from oven; sprinkle evenly with lemon zest and serve immediately.

Reheat at 350F until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes, then garnish with lemon zest.)