Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

A side dish that is irresistibly delicious.

caramelized Brussels sprouts and onions topped with crispy bacon

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • large skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter (optional)
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar*
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts (halved)
  • 2 onions** (chopped or sliced)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper-towel.

  2. In same pan with bacon fat, heat sugar until it begins to melt. Reduce heat and cook until sugar begins to brown, stirring frequently.

  3. Add butter and stir until melted (optional). Add vinegar and stir for 1 minute. Add water and bring to a boil.

  4. Add the sprouts and onions. Simmer with the cover on for 5 minutes.

  5. Uncover and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the sprouts and onions are golden.

  6. Season with salt and pepper. Top with crispy bacon and enjoy!

Notes

*If you do not have red wine vinegar, try white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or balsamic vinegar.

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**Try using red onions instead of yellow or white onions for a different flavor!

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