Brussels Sprouts With Chestnut Bacon Butter
These buttery Brussels sprouts with crispy bacon and earthy chestnuts are a delightful side dish that brings a rich and savory flavor to your table. The combination of the smoky bacon, nutty chestnuts, and creamy butter perfectly complements the tender Brussels sprouts, making it a comforting and satisfying addition to any meal. Whether enjoyed during a holiday feast or a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its delicious taste and easy preparation.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 6 rashers streaky bacon , cut into pieces
- 100g vac-pack chestnuts , chopped
- 140g butter , at room temperature
- 1kg small Brussels sprouts , trimmed of outer leaves
Instructions
- Fry bacon in a hot pan without any oil for 10 mins until crisp. Add chestnuts and fry until they are beginning to colour and coated in the fat. Pour away excess fat, then tip bacon and chestnuts into a bowl to cool.
- Beat butter to soften with a spatula, then stir in the bacon and chestnuts. Season with black pepper, then store in fridge. This can be made up to 3 days ahead or frozen for 1 month. Defrost in fridge overnight.
- To serve, place brussels sprouts in a microwaveable bowl, pour in 100ml water, cover with food wrap and pierce a few times. Microwave on High (850W) for 16-18 mins, stirring twice during cooking, or cook in a pan of boiling water for 5 mins. Drain and tip into a warm serving dish, then dot over the butter to melt. Toss through and serve.
Cook Time
30M
Prep Time
PT20M
Yield
Serves 8
Nutrition
- Calories: 241 calories
- Fat Content: 20 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 11 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 10 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 5 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 6 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 7 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.72 milligram of sodium
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