Fete Lifestyle Magazine November 2021 - Food Issue | Page 51

Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

Description

Caramelized and crispy brussel sprouts are best with tangy warm bacon vinaigrette! The pistachios add an excellent bite to the dish!

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

4 strips of bacon, diced

3 shallots, diced

2 cloves of garlic, chopped

1 tbs. dijon mustard

1/2 c. olive oil

1/4 c. red wine vinegar

1/4 c. bacon fat

1 lbs. brussel sprouts, cut in half

1 c. red grapes

1/2 c. pistachios, toasted

1/4 c. pecorino cheese, grated

salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Toast pistachios for 4-5 minutes. Remove from the oven. Set aside.

For the Brussel Sprouts:

Slice brussel sprouts in half. Season with olive oil, salt and pepper. Remove and set aside. In a 10 inch saute pan, add olive oil at medium heat. Saute red onions for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic. Cook for another minute. Add grapes. Cook for 2 minutes. Fold in brussel sprouts and warm bacon vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Taste for season adjustments. Garnish with pecorino cheese and pistachios.