When you’re putting together a dinner menu, it’s too easy to get lazy with the vegetable side dishes. It’s much more exciting and delicious to make the vegetables stand out as star of the show too. If you’re going to serve some brussels sprouts, then why not make them amazing? Try this recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Hazelnuts. It calls for just a handful of ingredients, and it’s very easy to make.
Ingredients needed:
brussels sprouts bacon unsalted butter balsamic vinegar hazelnuts kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
How to make Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Hazelnuts:
The complete, printable recipe is at the end of this post.
Season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle on the hazelnuts and serve warm.
How to toast hazelnuts:
In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the hazelnuts until browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 5 to 10 minutes. Watch closely so they don’t burn. Remove the toasted hazelnuts from the skillet and wrap them in a paper towel to steam for 1 minute.
If you’re not into hazelnuts (or if they’re too pricey), it’s okay to substitute chopped pecans in place of the hazelnuts. And if you’re not a nut family (or if there are allergies), it’s also okay to leave out the nuts entirely.
Now doesn’t that look better than boring old steamed brussels sprouts? I think so. The brussels sprouts are excellent with the bacon, and they’re all coated with butter and balsamic vinegar- which makes them taste really good. Enjoy!
The Best Vegetable Side Dish Recipes for Thanksgiving:
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans Asparagus and Carrots with Maple Butter Sauce Crockpot Cheesy Corn Fresh Green Bean Casserole Roasted Butternut Squash with Sage
