Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Vermouth

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Here we take advantage of the leftover bacon drippings in the pan to cook the sprouts, infusing them with savory flavor. Plus, cooking Brussels on the stovetop gives you perfect crisp-tender texture.

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Brussels Sprouts with Vermouth & Bacon
Photo: Greg DuPree
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup dry vermouth (see Tip)

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, 6 to 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.

  2. Add oil and Brussels sprouts to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until well browned and tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add vermouth and cook until mostly reduced, about 1 minute. Stir in cream and salt and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the bacon.

Tip

Vermouth is an herb-infused fortified wine. Sweet versions contain 10 to 15% sugar, while extra-dry ones contain less than 4%. Dry is typically used in savory dishes, while sweet is used for desserts—both are common components of cocktails. Refrigerate in an airtight container to reduce oxidation.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, November 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

194 Calories
13g Fat
10g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1/2 cup
Calories 194
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Vitamin A 994IU 20%
Sodium 337mg 15%
Potassium 467mg 10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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