Charred Brussels Sprouts Pasta With Bacon And Dates

Name: Charred Brussels Sprouts Pasta With Bacon And Dates
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces bacon, sliced into 1/4 inch wide matchsticks (I used center cut and cut them vertically with kitchen shears); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt + a healthy pinch for pasta water; healthy pinch of black pepper; 1 heaping cup pitted medjool dates, minced in a food processor for about 30 seconds (until only small bits remain); 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 12 ounces pasta; shaved parmesan cheese, garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

12 ounces bacon, sliced into 1/4 inch wide matchsticks (I used center cut and cut them vertically with kitchen shears)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon sea salt + a healthy pinch for pasta water
healthy pinch of black pepper
1 heaping cup pitted medjool dates, minced in a food processor for about 30 seconds (until only small bits remain)
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
12 ounces pasta
shaved parmesan cheese, garnish (optional)

1
Bring a large pot half full with water + sea salt to boil over high heat. This is for cooking your pasta in step 4!
2
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add bacon and cook until bacon is slightly brown (about 15-18 minutes). The bacon should still be juicy but have rendered most of its fat. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a separate bowl, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
3
Add one tablespoon oil olive (to the bacon grease) and halved brussels sprouts to the pan, season with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and a healthy pinch of black pepper then cook for about 14-16 minutes, stirring occasionally. Try rotating the sprouts every 5 or so minutes so they get equally charred. You really want the sliced side of the brussels sprouts to be charred well.
4
While the brussels sprouts are charring, cook your pasta according to the package instructions! Once it's cooked, let drain into a colander then place back in the pot with a splash of chicken stock (so the pasta doesn't stick together) and keep warm until step 5.
5
Once the sprouts are charred well, reduce the heat to medium then add in minced dates and bacon and stir until well combined. Next, slowly pour in the chicken stock then add in the vinegar. Let simmer for about 5-7 minutes. The sauce should thicken up and start to coat the sprouts. If the sauce isn't thick enough after 7 minutes, let it simmer a few minutes more. If the sauce gets too thick (and sticky), add in a splash of stock or water.
6
Once sauce is to your liking, stir pasta into the brussels sprouts-bacon-date mixture until well coated.
7
Split pasta between four bowls, top with shaved parmesan cheese then EAT.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 12 ounces bacon, sliced into 1/4 inch wide matchsticks (I used center cut and cut them vertically with kitchen shears), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt + a healthy pinch for pasta water, and more.

Yes, Charred Brussels Sprouts Pasta With Bacon And Dates falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!