1-First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) to get things started. Rinse and trim the Brussels sprouts by cutting them in half, removing any hard stems and damaged outer leaves for the best results. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the sprouts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, the leaves from 2 to 3 sprigs of thyme, and 8 strips of chopped bacon, arranging the sprouts cut side down for even roasting.

2-Next, roast the mixture in the oven for 15 minutes to begin building that golden color. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon honey with 1 tablespoon cider vinegar to create the glaze. Remove the sheet from the oven, drizzle this honey-vinegar mixture over the sprouts, and toss everything to coat evenly before roasting for an additional 10 minutes.

3-Finally, broil or grill for 1 minute to achieve that crispy exterior we all love. For adaptations, use maple syrup instead of honey for vegan versions, or verify ingredients for gluten-free needs. Adjust times based on your sprouts’ size to keep them crisp, and remember, this method draws from classic grilling techniques that enhance flavors through high heat.