Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
Bacon lends a wonderful salty flavor while balsamic vinegar adds a hint of spicy tang. Who knew Brussels sprouts could taste so good? Paula Young -Tiffin, Ohio
Ingredients
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3 bacon strips
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1-1/4 pounds fresh or frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed, quartered
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons water
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Directions
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1.
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside.
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2.
In the same pan, saute Brussels sprouts and onion in reserved drippings until crisp-tender. Add the water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are tender. Stir in bacon and vinegar.
Nutrition Facts
2/3 cup: 90 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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