Roasted Bacon with Mushroom
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This roasted bacon with mushroom dish has become my go to weeknight dinner because it comes together in just forty minutes. Cremini mushrooms are packed with antioxidants and B vitamins, making this comfort food surprisingly nutritious. What I love most is how simple it is to prepare, yet it tastes like something fancy from a restaurant. The smoky bacon pairs beautifully with the earthy mushrooms, and everything roasts together in one pan, which means minimal cleanup. It's the kind of meal that feels indulgent but won't break your budget.
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Ingredients
- 8bacon strips
- 1 poundcremini mushrooms(halved)
- 3 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme sprigs(chopped)
- 2shallots(thinly sliced)
- ½ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 tablespoonbalsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Tip: Hot oven ensures the bacon crisps up nicely while the mushrooms develop golden edges.
- 2
Arrange the bacon strips on one half of the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow air circulation.
- 3
In a separate bowl, combine the halved mushrooms with olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme, sliced shallots, salt, and pepper. Toss until the mushrooms are evenly coated.
Tip: Damp mushrooms can be patted dry with a kitchen towel before coating to promote better browning.
- 4
Spread the seasoned mushroom mixture on the other half of the baking sheet, keeping them separate from the bacon.
- 5
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring the mushrooms halfway through cooking. The bacon should be crispy and the mushrooms tender with golden edges.
Tip: Check bacon at the 15-minute mark if you prefer it extra crispy—cooking times vary by thickness.
- 6
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Break the bacon into bite-sized pieces and place in a serving bowl with the roasted mushrooms.
- 7
Dot the roasted vegetables with butter and drizzle with balsamic vinegar while still warm, allowing the butter to melt into the mushrooms.
Tip: The balsamic adds a subtle sweetness that complements the smoky bacon beautifully.
- 8
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately while warm and at peak crispiness.
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