Braised Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Description
A delicious and healthy dish made from Brussels sprouts will take a worthy place on your table
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 175 degrees. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and thyme with a few drops of olive oil, then spread the mixture onto a baking sheet. Toast in the oven, stirring frequently, until golden brown, for 10 to 12 minutes. Prepare the Brussels sprouts.
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Step 2
2. Cut bacon into cubes to yield 1 1/2 cups. Chop shallots. Mince garlic. Finely chop parsley. Melt butter and the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until it begins to foam. Add Brussels sprouts, season with salt and pepper, and sauté, stirring frequently, until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the diced bacon and cook, stirring frequently, until the sprouts are tender and the bacon is crisp, 10 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat, add shallots and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Increase the heat to high, add the balsamic vinegar and broth. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage becomes very tender, about 20 minutes. Add more broth if necessary. Season with spices to taste, and stir in chopped parsley. Divide the dish among plates, and sprinkle with breadcrumbs on top.