Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

© 2011 Wil Mowrey. All Rights Reserved.
serves 4

Brussel sprouts have an unfortunate bad reputation. I add crispy, thick-cut applewood smoked bacon to turn brussel sprouts into a fabulous, delicious side. I like to serve this dish with either poultry of pork.

Ingredients:

1 pound of brussel spouts

1/4 pound of thick-cut bacon (I prefer the applewood smoked variety), diced

1/4 cup chicken stock

kosher salt

fresh ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Fry the bacon in a medium sauce pan over medium heat until the bacon is crisp. Add the brussel spouts and coat with bacon grease.
2. Add the chicken stock, reduce heat to medium low. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until brussel sprouts are tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.