Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Brussel Sprouts have a bit of a raw deal as far as their reputation is concerned – but being the granddaughter of a vegetable grower I have always adored my veggies – especially brussel sprouts. I mean what would a traditional dinner be without a side order of these green gems? I particularly like tossed in olive and lightly fried bacon. But most recently, and this is an addition to this past I made in 2009, I came up with a Bubble & Squeak recipe which has them hidden within – and believe me, your guests will adore them. To see this recipe for yourself please go here

Ingredients

Brussel Sprouts
2 slices of bacon, panchetta [or even jamon serrano is fantastic]
1tbsp Olive Oil
1 small knob of butter [to taste]

Instructions

1. Steam [or boil if you must] Brussel Sprouts until tender
2. Warm Olive Oil in a frying pan, and add butter and bacon. Fry for a minute or two
3. Add Brussel Sprouts and toss together. Making sure the oil, butter and bacon coat the sprouts
4. Serve and enjoy!

I despise boiled brussel sprouts. Steaming them maintains their colour much better, and you don’t run the risk of getting soggy mushy sprouts that do nothing for your constitution [or your taste buds]