Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Mustard Dressing
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Even if you think you dislike Brussels sprouts, please give this recipe a try.
Ingredients
  • ~24 Brussels Sprouts
  • 4-5 strips of bacon, chopped
  • Salt
  • 2 TBS Mustard
  • 2 TBS Honey
  • 1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
  • Bacon grease
  • Parmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. Fry the bacon.
  2. When the bacon is cooked, remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
  3. Wash and dry the Brussels Sprouts.
  4. Cut the stem from each one and then cut in half lengthwise.
  5. Remove all but 2-3 Tablespoons of the bacon grease from the pan and save the rest for later.
  6. Arrange the Brussels sprouts cut side down in the pan.
  7. Once caramelized, turn the Brussels sprouts over.
  8. Add a dash of salt.
  9. While the other side is getting nice and caramelized, make the mustard dressing.
  10. Whisk together the mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
  11. Slowly drizzle in some of the bacon grease. Whisk until it becomes a slightly creamy dressing.
  12. Taste and add more of what it needs. I added a tad more honey.
  13. When the Brussels sprouts are caramelized on both sides, add the bacon pieces and mustard dressing. Gently stir everything together.
  14. Turn off the heat and finish the dish with a large handful of Parmesan cheese.
Recipe by Necessary Indulgences at https://necessaryindulgences.com/2014/03/brussels-sprouts-bacon/