Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad with Bacon, Kamut, and Blue Cheese

cup Kamut berries (or substitute farro, brown rice, or any other sturdy whole grain you enjoy)

and 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts

tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

kosher salt, divided

black pepper, divided

slices thick-cut bacon, cooked

roughly chopped walnuts

pure maple syrup

balsamic vinegar

crumbled Gorgonzola or other mild blue cheese (3 ounces)

chopped fresh parsley