3-INGREDIENT SWEET AND SMOKY BRUSSELS SPROUTS

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Bacon lends a smoky depth while dates become a naturally sweet glaze for this simple, crowd-pleasing side.

Provided by Molly Baz

Categories     3-Ingredient Recipes     Brussels Sprout     Side     Bacon     Date     Sauté     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces bacon (about 4 slices), cut crosswise into 1/4" strips
2 tablespoons (or more) olive oil
1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup dates, pitted, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until partially crisped, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels, reserving fat in skillet.
  • Add 2 Tbsp. oil to fat and heat over medium. Working in batches and adding more oil if needed, add brussels sprouts in a single layer, cut side down, and sear, without stirring, until well-browned, about 3 minutes. Season with salt, toss to coat, then stir in bacon and dates. Stir in 3/4 cup water, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, mashing dates with the back of a wooden spoon, until dates have dissolved and brussels sprouts are well-glazed, about 2 minutes.

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