Ingredients
- Butternut Squash: 1 medium (peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces)
- Brussels Sprouts: 1 pound (trimmed and halved)
- Ground Turkey: 1 pound
- Turkey Turkey Bacon (Turkey Bacon de dinde): 4 slices (diced)
- Maple Syrup: 3 tablespoons
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt and Black Pepper: To taste
- Dried Thyme: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss the cubed butternut squash and halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: While the vegetables roast, cook the diced turkey turkey bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the turkey bacon and set aside, reserving 1 teaspoon of the rendered fat in the skillet.
- Step 3: Add the ground turkey to the same skillet and brown thoroughly, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat, then season the turkey with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Step 4: Whisk together the maple syrup and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl to create the glaze.
- Step 5: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven. Add the roasted vegetables, cooked ground turkey, and crispy turkey beef bacon into the skillet. Drizzle the maple glaze mixture over the ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Notes
- Keep any leftovers fresh by storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the textures will soften slightly upon cooling.
- To revive the crispy texture of the Brussels sprouts and butternut, reheat servings in a toaster oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes instead of using a microwave.
- For a complete meal, serve this savory-sweet hash over a bed of fluffy quinoa or brown rice, or top it with a sprinkle of toasted pecans for added crunch.
- Don't discard all the turkey beef bacon fat; using the reserved teaspoon when browning the ground turkey significantly boosts the smoky, savory depth of the final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American