Creamy Brussels Sprouts
This Christmas side dish recipe is a crowd-pleaser, proving that everything is better with crisp peppered bacon and thick whipping cream.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
Serves 8.
Ingredients
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4 slices peppered bacon
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2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved through stem end
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3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 tsp. kosher salt
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1/4 tsp. black pepper
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3/4 cup whipping cream
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Cracked Black Pepper
Directions
1.
In 12-inch skillet cook bacon over medium heat until browned and crisp. Drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
2.
In skillet add Brussels sprouts to drippings; cook and stir over medium heat 4 minutes. Add broth, salt, and pepper. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Uncover; cook 2 to 4 minutes or until liquid is nearly evaporated. Add cream. Cook 4 minutes more or until thickened.
3.
Transfer sprouts to serving dish. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and cracked pepper. Serves 8.
Nutrition information
Calories 174, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Monounsaturated Fat 5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 305 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Total Sugar 2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 123%, Calcium 6%, Iron 8%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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