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Braised Brussels Sprouts With Bacon And Chestnuts Recipe


Braised Brussels Sprouts With Bacon And Chestnuts Recipe
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Brussels sprouts braised with bacon and chestnuts are a robust addition to an autumn meal.

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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts
  • 4 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 cup peeled and coarsely chopped chestnuts (about 1/2 pound nuts in their shell)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Directions
  1. Cut an X in the stem end of each Brussels sprout and remove any outer leaves that are discolored or loose. In a covered pot, steam the sprouts over rapidly boiling water until they are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cut each sprout into lengthwise quarters and set aside. (The Brussels sprouts can be prepared up to this point 8 hours in advance and refrigerated, tightly covered.)
  2. Render the bacon in a dry skillet over medium heat until it softens and releases its fat, about 5 minutes. Add the minced shallot and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chestnuts and chicken broth to the pan, cover and simmer until the chestnuts are quite tender and sweet, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the vinegar and Brussels sprouts and cook, letting the flavors marry, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add a little more vinegar, if necessary, to brighten the flavors.

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I can honestly say i have never tasted Brussels Sprouts but this recipe makes me want to try them. Does anyone know of any kids that like Brussels Sprouts? hehehe. But really i am going to try this. :o)



WOW, This Sounds Incredible! Love B-Sprouts In Any Way And This Takes Them To Another Level. Thanx For Sharing.


Lucy these are wonderful we love Brussel sprouts.

I like the addition of chestnuts.


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