Best Brussels Sprouts With Leeks And Bacon Recipes

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH LEEKS

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THIS is a dish I've tried a few times for my husband and me. Since we both love Brussel sprouts, I often experiment with different combinations to enhance the taste. We found leeks give the sprouts a special flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

10 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1 medium leek (white portion only), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
Dash salt

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water and Brussels sprouts to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes., Add leek; cover and simmer 2-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain; stir in butter and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON

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There are lots of ways to personalize this roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon recipe to your own tastes, but it all starts with perfectly roasted sprouts. Keep an eye on them so they get crisp but don't burn. -Karen Keefe, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, halved
6 bacon strips, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts, bacon, olive oil, salt and pepper. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Roast, stirring halfway through cooking, until sprouts are tender and lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic glaze; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON

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Rachael Ray pairs Brussels sprouts with bacon in this simple but tasty recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 shallot, chopped
1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed, small sprouts left whole, larger sprouts halved
Salt and pepper, to your taste
1 cup chicken broth

Steps:

Brown bacon in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate. Add extra-virgin olive oil to the pan, 1 turn. Add shallots to the pan and saute 1 to 2 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts and coat in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook Brussels sprouts 2 to 3 minutes to begin to soften, then add broth. Bring broth to a bubble, cover and reduce heat to medium low. Cook 10 minutes, until tender. Transfer sprouts to a serving dish with a slotted spoon and top with cooked bacon bits.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND BALSAMIC

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Delicious glazed sprouts. Our family loves them with lots of bacon. While we do enjoy them prepared lighter, this is a great quick side dish for a special meal. Also perfect for holiday get-togethers.

Provided by JW

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Brussels Sprouts

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
6 slices bacon, or more to taste, thinly sliced
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
⅔ cup reduced balsamic vinegar, divided

Steps:

Combine Brussels sprouts and bacon in a cast iron skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until Brussels sprouts start to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar on top.
Transfer Brussels sprouts and bacon to a serving platter; drizzle remaining balsamic vinegar on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 211.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

STEAMED BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND BACON

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

Good olive oil
1/4 pound applewood smoked bacon, 1-inch diced
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup sliced shallots (halved lengthwise and sliced in half-rounds)
12 ounces fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered through the core
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (not syrupy)
Fleur de sel

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large (12-inch) saute pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, until browned and crisp. With a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with a paper towel and set aside.
Add the onion and shallots to the pan and saute for 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
Add the Brussels sprouts (including any loose leaves), 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper, toss well, and cover. Cook for 5 minutes
Add the butter and cook uncovered for 5 more minutes, until the sprouts are tender.
Stir in the cooked bacon and balsamic vinegar and stir to deglaze the pan. Sprinkle lightly with fleur de sel and serve hot.