i know that a lot of people aren't crazy about brussels sprouts, i personally do like them, but i promise that even people that DO NOT like them like this recipe! let's be honest... what's not to love about anything with bacon! i got this recipe from my darling neighbor & it is a great & different was to prepare a not so favorite veggie. another thing that makes this recipe different is that the brussels sprouts are cut in a chiffonade, so they aren't chunky, they are lighter & the texture is a little nicer. if you have a veggie this holiday season give this one a try!
{brussels sprouts with bacon & hazelnuts}
2 lbs. brussels spouts, chiffonaded
1/2 sweet onion, thinly sliced
1/2 lbs. bacon, chopped
1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
Trim the ends of the brussels spouts & remove any spotted or discolored leaves. Slice in 1/16th of an inch slices by hand or run through a food processor fitted with a slicing blade. Use your fingers to separate the slices. Allow about 10-15 minutes for this process.
In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon & drain on a paper towel. Reserve bacon grease.
Add brussels sprouts & onions to skillet with bacon grease. Cook on high until sprouts are tender & bright green & onions are caramelized. Add bacon, salt & pepper to vegetables, stir gently. Spoon out onto a plater & top with toasted hazelnuts. Enjoy.