Brussel Sprout and Bacon Medley
The Brussel Sprout and Bacon Medley is more than just a dish; it's a synthesis of history, culture, and the craft of cooking.
Keyword bacon, Brussels Sprouts
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 22 minutes minutes
Heat a skillet over a medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 7 minutes on each side.
5 slices bacon
Pat the cooked bacon dry and cut it into ¼-inch pieces.
Cook the chopped onion in the rendered fat in the skillet you used for the bacon for about 2 minutes.
1 onion
Add the whole Brussel sprouts, stir well and cook for another 3 minutes, until they start to soften.
1 ½ lbs Brussel sprouts
Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes, covered.
1 cup chicken stock
When cooked, drain the liquid and place the Brussel sprouts in a serving dish sprinkled with the cooked bacon.
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 815mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1289IU | Vitamin C: 147mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 3mg