Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Steamed Brussels Sprouts tossed with salty Bacon, and a Sweet and Tart Dijon-Brown Sugar Glaze. Topped with toasted Almonds.

Servings: 4

Directions

1. Steam Brussels sprouts in vegetable steamer until tender when pierced, about 15 to 20 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, in a 10″ to 12″ frying pan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove and drain well.

3. To the bacon drippings stir in vinegar, sugar, and dijon mustard. Cook over medium-high heat until bubbling vigorously.

4. Add Brussels sprouts, and salt and pepper to taste.

5. Remove to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted almonds and reserved bacon pieces.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed

• 2 bacon slices, diced

• 2 Tbsp. cider vinegar

• 3 Tbsp. brown sugar

• 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

• ¼ c. almonds, toasted, slivered

• Salt and pepper, to taste