SANDRA’S FRESH DELECTABLE BRUSSELS SPROUTS with CRISPY BACON

Servings: (4)
Prep: 10 Mins. |
Cook: 17 to 20 Mins.

Posted by: Sandra

INGREDIENTS

2 bacon slices, cut into bits --(I used local Jerry’s Meats double-smoked bacon)

¼ red onion, diced

1 garlic clove, minced

1 lb. fresh Brussels sprouts of similar size, trimmed, and halved lengthwise

¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1/4 teaspoon ground dry mustard

METHOD

Brown bacon bits in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Remove bacon to drain on a paper towel lined plate with a slotted spoon; reserving drippings in skillet.  

Add onion to the skillet and saute, until translucent, about 3 minutes.  

Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer. 

Add Brussels spouts and toss in drippings to coat. Season with freshly ground pepper. 

Cook Brussels sprouts without disturbing for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly soften and lightly caramelize.

Add broth to deglaze while scraping bottom of skillet, including adding dry mustard seasoning. 

Bring broth just to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 8 minutes, just until sprouts are crisp-tender. Transfer sprouts to a serving dish with a slotted spoon, and top with cooked bacon bits. – Serve immediately ~ Enjoy!

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Factoid: The name is "Brussels sprouts," not "Brussel sprouts" or "Brussel's sprouts" because they are named after the Belgian city of Brussels.