Brussels Sprouts Fricassee

By ngaldi

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup diced bacon
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 3 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced 1/4-inch thick vertically
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
• salt and white pepper
• 1/2 cup toasted and chopped walnuts
• 2 Granny Smith apples, cut into 1.2-inch dice
• 3 tablespoons butter

Preparation

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add the bacon, and cook, stirring,until crispy. Add the garlic and onion, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until translucent. Add the Brussels sprouts, chicken stock, pumpkin pie spice, and a sprinkling of salt and white pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes or until the Brussels sprouts are tender. Fold in the chopped walnuts and apples, and continue to cook for 3 minutes. Sir in the butter and check seasonings. Serve hot.