How to Make Bella's Brussels Sprouts with Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, then look no further than this recipe for Bella's Brussels Sprouts with Bacon. Brussels sprouts have a bad reputation for being bland and unappetizing, but when cooked properly, they can be a mouth-watering side dish that you'll be eager to make again and again.

Brussels sprouts are a nutrient-dense cruciferous vegetable, packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are also a good source ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon, diced
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • ¼ onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
  • 2 cups chicken stock

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned, but not crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving the grease in the skillet. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease and stir in the olive oil, butter, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the onion softens and the garlic lightly browns, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the balsamic vinegar and bring to a simmer; cook until the liquid has reduced by 1/3. Add the reserved bacon, the halved Brussels sprouts, and the chicken stock. Stir, then bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the Brussels sprouts are tender, yet still slightly firm, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    254 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 26mg
    • Sodium: 836mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 146mg
    • Calcium: 93mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 822mg