BRUSSELS SPROUTS PASTA WITH BACON AND VINEGAR
This recipe is endlessly adaptable: You can use pancetta or even sliced salami in place of the bacon, and chopped cabbage or torn escarole work well if you don't have sprouts. No shallots? A small red onion will do. Keep in mind different types of bacon (or other cured pork) will render different amounts of fat. When you add the brussels sprouts, if the skillet starts to look a little dry, add a tablespoon of oil to keep things moving. To achieve a nice mix of crisp leaves and tender cores, tear off some of the loose outer leaves from your brussels sprouts; they will wilt and blister while the more tightly bundled cores will soften and steam. This recipe is designed for a half pound of pasta; though you may be tempted to add extra pasta, the dish will be plenty filling with a whole pound of brussels sprouts.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories dinner, easy, weeknight, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. Using tongs, transfer to a plate.
- Drop pasta into the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining bacon drippings in the skillet over medium-high. Add brussels sprouts and shallots, season with salt and pepper and cook, tossing occasionally and adding olive oil if the skillet looks dry, until the sprouts are dark brown in spots and beginning to be close to tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add vinegar and mustard and toss to combine, scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer pasta to skillet, then stir in 1 cup pasta water. Cook, tossing often, until liquid reduces and coats the pasta, 2 to 3 minutes. Crumble bacon over top and serve with Parmesan.
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Namu Bist
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy dish to make. The Brussels sprouts were roasted perfectly and the bacon added a nice crispy texture. The vinegar sauce was also very tasty. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Justin Volmer
[email protected]I love this recipe! The Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. The vinegar adds a nice tang that really brings the dish together.
Basimise Pady
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The Brussels sprouts and bacon cook up in no time, and the vinegar adds a nice tang. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
mofaizan ali
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The Brussels sprouts are always perfectly roasted and the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor. The vinegar adds a nice tang that really brings the dish together.
preston mcmanus
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the crispy Brussels sprouts and the sweet and tangy vinegar sauce.
Lela Star
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this again.
Cynthia Forshee
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. I used pre-cooked bacon to save time, and it still turned out great. The vinegar really adds a nice touch.
LOSER LOVER
[email protected]Loved this recipe! The Brussels sprouts were crispy and the bacon was perfectly cooked. The vinegar added a nice tang that really brought the dish together.
Hs emon Khan
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The Brussels sprouts were roasted to perfection and the bacon added a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Scaylar Edmanley
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Brussels sprouts, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon and vinegar really balance out the flavor of the sprouts. I'll definitely be making this again.
sanjay baba
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover Brussels sprouts. I added a few extra cloves of garlic and some red pepper flakes for a little extra flavor. It turned out delicious!
Tammie Macias-Casarez
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. I especially liked the crispy bacon and the tangy vinegar.
Syed Waheed
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The Brussels sprouts and bacon were cooked perfectly, and the vinegar added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.