Braised Lettuce with Bacon, Shallots, and Peas Recipe Recipe

Name: Braised Lettuce with Bacon, Shallots, and Peas Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1/4 cup); 3 shallots, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and halved; 1/4 cup white wine; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 2 cups fresh or frozen peas; 1 teaspoon unsalted butter; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1/4 cup)
3 shallots, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 heads romaine lettuce, washed and halved
1/4 cup white wine
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups fresh or frozen peas
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat oil in medium frying pan over medium heat until it starts to shimmer.
2
Add bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes.
3
Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain; set aside.
4
Add shallots and garlic to the pan and cook until shallots become translucent but do not color, about 2 to 3 minutes.
5
Add romaine, cut side down, and brown, turning occasionally until wilted, about 6 minutes.
6
Remove lettuce from the pan.
7
Add wine to the pan, using a wooden spoon to dislodge any browned bits from the bottom.
8
Simmer until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
9
Add broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
10
Return lettuce to the pan and simmer, covered, until lettuce can be easily pierced with a knife, about 8 minutes.
11
Uncover, add peas, increase heat to high, and boil until the cooking liquid has reduced to a glaze.
12
Add butter and swirl until melted.
13
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
14
Serve topped with reserved bacon.

528

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1/4 cup), 3 shallots, thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Braised Lettuce with Bacon, Shallots, and Peas Recipe 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.

Braised Lettuce with Bacon, Shallots, and Peas Recipe

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