Garlic Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon

Garlic Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    335

Savor the delightful combination of tender Brussels sprouts, infused with garlic and enriched with the smoky, irresistible crunch of crispy bacon. This dish transforms a simple vegetable into a gourmet side.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    11 g
  • Cholesterol
    19 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    9 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    431 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare the Brussels sprouts: Cut a shallow 'X' into the core end of each Brussels sprout. This helps them cook evenly. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cook the bacon: Place bacon in a large skillet (cast iron works great) over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until crispy and golden brown. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet; discard the rest, or save it for another use. Once cooled, crumble the bacon. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Sauté garlic and Brussels sprouts: Add 1 teaspoon of butter and olive oil to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease. Heat over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it. (3-5 minutes). Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet and toss to coat them with the garlicky oil. Season with salt and pepper.

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Recipe View Braise the Brussels sprouts: Pour in the chicken broth, then cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook until the Brussels sprouts are tender and bright green, about 12-14 minutes. Remove the lid and allow any remaining liquid to evaporate. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Finish and serve: Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons of butter until melted and the Brussels sprouts are nicely glazed. Fold in the crumbled bacon. Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish. (2 minutes)

For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth. Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
If you don't have reduced-sodium broth, use regular broth and reduce the amount of added salt.
Roasting the Brussels sprouts instead of pan-frying is another delicious option. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast at 400°F (200°C) until tender and slightly caramelized.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 111 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Elvie Turcotte

    Easy to follow and the results were fantastic!

  • Kevin Stiedemann

    This recipe is a game-changer! My kids actually ate Brussels sprouts and loved them.

  • Russell Nitzsche

    I added a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end for a little extra tang. Delicious!

  • Hailee Hegmann

    The bacon adds the perfect amount of smokiness and crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.

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