Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Bacon Brussel Sprouts is an easy side dish made with only a few ingredients. Take your brussel sprouts to the next level by adding bacon.
Servings: 4
Cost: $5.82, $1.46 per serving
Ingredients
- ½ pound Bacon
- 1 pound Brussel Sprouts
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Cut the bacon into small pieces.
- Trim the ends from the Brussels sprouts and cut each sprout in half.
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp.
- Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the bacon grease.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts reach your desired tenderness.
- Remove the lid and return the cooked bacon to the skillet.
- Cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Brussels sprouts are lightly browned.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Serve warm.
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Notes
Small to medium Brussels sprouts work best for this recipe and cook more evenly.
A cast-iron skillet works well, but any large skillet can be used.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 694mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 877IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
