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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apple

This Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apple has an abundance of amazing flavors and textures. It is great for weeknight dinner as well as holiday celebration.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 326 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Brussels sprouts (you can use up to 1 lb of sprouts)
  • 2 medium granny smith apples
  • 1 small onion (about 2.5oz, or half a medium onion)
  • 4 oz good quality bacon, thick-cut preferably
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt, divided (to taste)
  • black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter, divided

Instructions

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  1. Trim just a bit at the end of the sprouts, discard some tough outer leaves if needed, and then cut them in half through stem end to keep the leaves intact.
  2. Peel the apples if you want. Dice into ½-inch thick pieces, we need about 1¼-1½ cup. If you are not cooking them right away, cover with lightly salted water to prevent them from turning brown.
  3. Dice onion, we need about ¼ cup. Cut/dice bacon into small pieces, about ½ inch.
  4. Place a heavy-bottomed pan (cast iron is ideal) over medium-low to medium heat. Add bacon and cook until the fat is rendered and the meat is browned. Flip/stir as needed to avoid burning the bacon.
  5. Take the bacon pieces out of the pan and set aside. Strain the bacon fat or scrape off any gritty browned bits at the bottom of the pan. We need enough bacon fat to generously coat the pan's bottom.
  6. Add Brussels sprouts with cut-side down in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed until the bottom is beautifully browned, about 3-4 minutes. Then flip the sprouts and continue to cook until the inside feels soft while the outside is still crisp, another 3-4 minutes. Adjust cooking time and heat as needed. Transfer them to a clean plate.
  7. Add diced onion to the pan, stir and cook. Add 1 teaspoon of butter, cook until onion starts to soften and turn translucent, about 2 minutes. Add diced apples. Continue to stir and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the apples reach your desired textures. Sprinkle half of the salt and a pinch of pepper, give everything in the pan a quick stir.
  8. Add bacon, Brussels sprouts, the remaining butter and salt to the pan. Stir and cook briefly until butter is melted and the flavors are combined. Transfer to a serving plate immediately. Sprinkle more black pepper on top if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 326kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 513mg (21%) Potassium 773mg (22%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 17g (34%) Vitamin A 1180IU (24%) Vitamin C 121mg (134%) Calcium 71mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 326

% Daily Value*

Calories 326kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 513mg 21%
Potassium 773mg 16%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 17g 34%
Vitamin A 1180IU 24%
Vitamin C 121mg 134%
Calcium 71mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.