Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Name: Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and split down the middle; 4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) bacon, cut into small squares; 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed, plus 2 cloves, roughly chopped; 4 sprigs thyme, plus 2 sprigs thyme, leaves only, chopped; 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 2 sprigs rosemary, leaves only, chopped; Extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and split down the middle
4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) bacon, cut into small squares
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed, plus 2 cloves, roughly chopped
4 sprigs thyme, plus 2 sprigs thyme, leaves only, chopped
2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 sprigs rosemary, leaves only, chopped
Extra-virgin olive oil

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Take a large pan and set over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook until fat renders 2 to 3 minutes. Add the smashed garlic clove, thyme sprigs and Brussels sprouts and cook gently until slightly caramelized. Add stock and reduce heat to a simmer. Season with salt and a little pepper, cover and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove lid and add a splash of vinegar and reduce until syrupy, 2 to 3 minutes.
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After Brussels sprouts are done cooking, put them in oven safe dish. In sheet tray and toss bread crumbs with rosemary, thyme leaves and chopped garlic, then drizzle with a little olive oil and salt and pepper. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture and Parmigiano over Brussels sprouts and bake in a hot oven until golden and crispy.
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Recipe Summary
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Difficulty: Easy

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and split down the middle, 4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) bacon, cut into small squares, 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed, plus 2 cloves, roughly chopped, 4 sprigs thyme, plus 2 sprigs thyme, leaves only, chopped, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bacon-Braised Brussels Sprouts

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