Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 180kcal
These Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are an easy side dish recipe that can be served with practically any meal. This brussel sprouts recipe is easy to make and has a nice salty and savory taste!
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 6-8 slices center cut bacon , thinly sliced
- 1-2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil , if needed
- 1 shallot , chopped
- 3-4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 1/2 pound brussels sprouts , trimmed and halved
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese , freshly grated
Instructions
- Brown bacon in a large skillet. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Let the rendered bacon grease remain in the skillet.
- Add the shallots saute for 1 minute. Stir in the garlic, sauteing for another minute. Add the Brussels sprouts and coat with the rendered bacon fat. If there isn't enough to coat, add the additional 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Saute for 2-3 minutes until they turn a bright green.
- Pour the chicken broth over the Brussels sprouts. Reduce heat to a low simmer and allow the liquid to reduce until nearly gone.
- Toss the bacon back into mixture and season with the black pepper.
- Transfer to the serving bowl and top with the freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how you like them in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1280IU | Vitamin C: 149.2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 2.6mg
