Ingredients and Weight:
- Brussels sprouts: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Bison bacon: 100 grams (about 3.5 ounces)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Freshly ground black pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Chicken broth or stock: ½ cup
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim and clean the brussels sprouts, then cut them in half.
- In a large bowl, toss the brussels sprouts with the olive oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the brussels sprouts out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and stir.
- While the brussels sprouts are baking, cook the bison bacon in a small pan until crispy.
- Add the chicken broth or stock to the pan with the brussels sprouts and let it reduce slightly, creating a glaze.
- Combine the brussels sprouts and bison bacon in a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 250 kcal
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 8g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 15g (including natural sugars and brown sugar added during cooking)
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of brussels sprouts and bison bacon creates a unique and flavorful dish that is both hearty and vegetarian-friendly.
- The glaze created by reducing chicken broth or stock adds a rich and savory taste to the brussels sprouts.
- This dish is perfect for those who enjoy both sweet and savory flavors in their food.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit! The combination of brussels sprouts and bison bacon was unexpected but delicious."
- "The glaze was the perfect addition, giving the brussels sprouts a rich and savory taste."
- "I will definitely make this dish again. It was easy to prepare and everyone at my dinner party loved it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to choose fresh brussels sprouts with bright green leaves and firm stems.
- If you cannot find bison bacon, you can substitute with regular bacon or even cooked ham.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar added based on your preference for sweetness.
