Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Bacon
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Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Bacon
Description
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Bacon begins by melting butter in a skillet and cooking finely diced shallots until tender, imparting a mild onion flavor. Halved Brussels sprouts are added with the lid on to steam and soften slightly while beginning to brown on the bottom with occasional stirring. This method produces a tender yet caramelized texture.
Once the sprouts reach desired doneness, crispy crumbled cooked bacon is sprinkled on top along with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, adding a smoky crunch and savory creaminess respectively. The dish is seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavors. Alternatives to shallots include white or yellow onion, and if browning threatens to burn the sprouts, a splash of stock and covering can prevent it.
A thick-cut bacon is preferred for its texture and flavor, and using freshly grated Parmesan greatly improves the cheesy finish. This side pairs well with many main dishes adding a hearty vegetable component that is both savory and rich.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 shallot diced fine (can sub ½ an onion)
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts cleaned and halved
- ½ cup Bacon crumbled, cooked
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and cook the shallots over medium heat until tender.
- Add Brussels sprouts, and put the lid on the skillet, and let cook for around 8 minutes (stirring occasionally)
- Let the sprouts get brown on the bottom.
- When they're cooked to your preferred level of doneness - remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle bacon and cheese over the top, serve.
Notes
- If Brussels sprouts start burning, add a splash of stock and cover the pan to prevent burning and promote tenderness.
- Oven roasting is an alternative: roast at 425°F on a oiled sheet pan for about 15 minutes until tender and browned.
- Thick-cut bacon adds better texture and flavor in this dish.
- If shallots are unavailable, substitute with white or yellow onion for a similar taste.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated for best flavor.
- Freshly ground black pepper enhances the final seasoning.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 461mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1140IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 96.9mg | 108% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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