CARAMELIZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON

CARAMELIZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON image

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

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1 1/2 pound Brussels sprouts
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
6 slices of bacon chopped
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 cloves garlic, thick sliced

Steps:

Trim the ends off the Brussels sprouts. remove and discard any discolored outer yellow leaves. Bring 2 quarts of water to boil, add the kosher salt and the sprouts. Boil the sprouts uncovered until they are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Be careful to not overcook them. Drain the sprouts well in a colander. Cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring, until browned and crisp, about 2 minutes. Drain some of the grease retaining about 2 tablespoons. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Remove garlic with slotted spoon. Reduce heat to moderate and stir in Brussels sprouts, salt, pepper then cook stirring for 3 minutes.