BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND PEAS WITH BACON

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Originally from Good Housekeeping. Posted in response to a request. Perfect as a side dish for Thanksgiving! Bacon makes everything taste good--even brussel sprouts! Enjoy!

Provided by Kimke

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (10 ounce) containers Brussels sprouts
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
1 large onion, cut into 1/2 inch dice
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen peas
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim stems and any yellow leaves from Brussels sprouts.
  • Cut each sprout vertically into quarters; set aside.
  • In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until browned, stirring frequently.
  • With slotted spoon, transfer bacon pieces to paper towels to drain; reserve bacon fat.
  • If necessary, add vegetable oil to bacon fat in skillet to equal 2 tablespoons total fat; heat over medium heat until hot.
  • Add onion and cook until tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Increase heat to medium-high; add Brussels sprouts and 1/4 cup water, and cook 6 to 8 minutes, until sprouts are browned, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; add frozen peas, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup water, and cook, covered, 12 minutes or until sprouts are tender.
  • Stir in bacon.

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