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Bacony Brussel Sprouts

Bacony Brussel Sprouts
  • This recipe was entered in the contest for Best Brussel Sprouts
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    NYCNomNom's Notes: We loved the combination of brussel sprouts and pancetta from Babbo... so we set off to make our own version. As someone who hadn't had a brussel sprout in her life until after age 25, this...

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Serves 2

6 pieces Thick cut, maple bacon Ask a question about this ingredient

3 cups Brussel Sprouts (2 pint containers)- Trimmed and Halved Ask a question about this ingredient

3 tablespoons Good quality balsamic vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient

3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Ask a question about this ingredient

1 dash Salt and Pepper to taste Ask a question about this ingredient

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees

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  2. In a large pan, cook bacon over medium heat until desired doneness (extra crispy recommended). Remove bacon from pan and set aside while maintaining the bacon grease in the pan.

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  3. Add brussel sprouts to pan with bacon grease and cook over medium/high heat until browned.

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  4. Place brussel sprouts in a pan or oven dish (meat loaf pans are perfect) and add balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.

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  5. Roast in oven for 15-20 minutes.

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  6. Remove from oven and toss brussel sprouts with bacon.

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  7. Enjoy!

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