Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
and Onion
2 pounds fresh brussels sprouts, trimmed*
Salt
6 ounces bacon, diced
1 medium onions, diced
6 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- Heat large pot of water to boiling. Salt
water, add Brussels sprouts and cook just until tender, about
8 minutes Or follow directions on package for frozen sprouts.
- Drain and cool sprouts under running water.
Cut each in half through the stem end.
- Heat large heavy skillet over medium high
heat. Add bacon and fry until golden brown. Transfer to paper
towels to drain. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons fat.
- Add onions and 1 tablespoon butter to
skillet; cook over medium heat until softened, about five minutes.
Remove onions with slotted spoon. Pour off fat and wipe out skillet.
- Add remaining 5 tablespoons butter to
skillet and heat over medium heat. Add sprouts and cook until
lightly browned, about ten minutes. Add bacon and onions. Season
to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with vinegar and heat
through. Serve hot.
Serves 6 to 8.
* Or use 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen brussels
sprouts