Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts (about 10 cups)
• 8 bacon strips, coarsely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Trim Brussels sprouts. Cut sprouts lengthwise in half; cut crosswise into thin slices. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.

Add Brussels sprouts to bacon drippings; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until sprouts begin to brown lightly. Stir in broth, salt and pepper; cook, covered, 4-6 minutes longer or until Brussels sprouts are tender. Stir in bacon mixture.
Yield: 12 servings

Originally published as Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic in Simple & Delicious
December/January 2015