Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe
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4.9
Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Recipe
Description
This Brussels Sprouts and Bacon recipe starts with frying small pieces of bacon until crispy, rendering flavorful fat. The Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved, are then coated in the bacon grease and cooked covered for a few minutes to soften. Returning the bacon to the pan allows the sprouts to brown slightly and absorb more smoky taste. The dish is finished with salt and black pepper for seasoning.
The cooking method delivers an appealing mix of textures, with the sprouts tender inside and slightly caramelized outside, complemented by the crispiness of the bacon. The savory flavors from bacon fat permeate the sprouts, making them rich and satisfying.
This recipe is suited as a flavorful side dish alongside roasted or grilled meats. Adjusting cooking time can yield sprouts ranging from tender to very soft. It is straightforward to prepare and highlights the contrast of smoky bacon and bright vegetable.
Using small to average-sized Brussels sprouts helps maintain consistent cooking times. If larger sprouts are used, more cooking time will be necessary. The recipe is sourced from the Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials cookbook.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Bacon cut into small pieces
- 2 dozen Brussels sprouts trimmed & halved
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy.
- Transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate, and leave the grease in the pan.
- Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan, stir them until they're nicely coated in the bacon grease, and cover the pan with a lid. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the bacon back into the pan. Cook, uncovered, for a few more minutes or until the Brussels sprouts are as tender and/or browned as you want. You can cover the pan again if you wish (especially if you want the Brussels to be super soft); just keep an eye on them so they don't scorch.
- Season with salt & pepper if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Smaller Brussels sprouts cook more evenly; increase cooking time for larger ones.
- Ensure bacon is cooked until crispy to render enough fat for flavor and cooking the sprouts.
- Check sprouts periodically when covered to avoid scorching; adjust heat as needed.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the balance of crispy bacon and tender sprouts.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 404mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 556mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 881IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 97mg | 108% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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