If you don't like Brussels sprouts, try this dish as it will change your mind. Bacon, maple and Brussels sprouts belong on your table this Christmas.
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Category
Dinner
Servings
8
Prep time
40 minutes
Cook time
40 minutes
If you don't like Brussels sprouts, try this dish as it will change your mind. Bacon, maple and Brussels sprouts belong on your table this Christmas.
Ingredients
-
1kg (2.2 lbs) brussels sprouts
- 200g (7 oz) smoked streaky bacon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 50g (1.8 oz) butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt, to taste
Directions
Begin by preparing the Brussels sprouts. Trim off the bottoms, then halve each sprout.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the Brussels sprouts for 3 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the sprouts to ice-cold water to halt the cooking process. Drain and set them on a wire rack to dry completely.
- Cut the bacon into small strips. Place them in a cold frying pan over medium-high heat. Stir every 3-4 minutes until the bacon is crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- To serve, heat olive oil in a large pan. Add the blanched Brussels sprouts and butter. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to colour. Then, add the cooked bacon, maple syrup, and season with salt. Stir well to combine and heat through.
