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Shredded Brussel Sprouts Recipe

These Shredded Brussel Sprouts recipe comes in a Bacon and Balsamic dressing and makes for an excellent side dish to just about any meal. 

SHREDDED BRUSEEL SPROUTS RECIPE

If you liked my other Bacon and Brussel Sprout recipe, then your sure to like this recipe for shredded Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic.

Now, I don’t normally make claims like this, because everyone has different tastes right?

But seriously who doesn’t like bacon? Then adding it to brussels is just a match made in heaven, I could eat this all day everyday. And I’m sure most people could too!

Think Christmas and thanksgiving side dish with this recipe!

Not cooking for a crowd? Well then cut the recipe in half if you want, by why would you want too?

You can have this for lunch over the next few days, just store any leftovers in a sealable container and enjoy. It’s even good cold, but serving it warm is certainly best.

BENEFITS OF BRUSSEL SPROUTS

Did you know that Brussel Sprouts are packed full of nutrients?

Such as vitamin C and vitamin K, folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus and omega-3 fatty acids.

So don’t feel bad for adding bacon to them to enhance their flavor, after all the same amount of bacon in this recipe is similar to that of a large pizza.

You are allowed to indulge once in awhile right?

This a true one pot dish, that anyone can prepare in a cinch. 

CAN SHREDDED BRUSSLE SPROUTS BE FROZEN

Yes, just make sure you are you wash and dry them before freezing.

HOW SHRED BRUSSEL SPROUTS

The best way to shred Brussel sprouts is in a food processor. Set it to shave! 

Just make sure you pre wash them and trim off the bad ends before placing in the food processor.

WILL SHREDDED BRUSSEL SPROUTS TURN BROWN

No, not if your cooking them the day of.

Wash and trim the ends off the Brussels, then cut in half before placing in the food processor.

Thanks to my Hamilton Food Processor shredding these Brussels was a Breeze.

HOW TO MAKE SHREDDED BRUSSEL SPROUTS

  • Start by sauteing the chopped bacon, once it is cooked but not fully caramelized add in the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes till fragrant. Then add in the shredded brussels.

Season with salt and pepper and add in the balsamic vinegar, butter and saute till the brussels are cooked as you like. 

Looking for another more Brussel Sprout recipe? I have some more tasty ones below. 

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Appetizers & Sides, Christmas & Thanksgiving, Quick and easy recipes

Old Fashioned Green Beans with Bacon

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These Old Fashioned Green Beans with Bacon can be served as a side dish to just about any meal or can be enjoyed as the main dish as well.

Old Fashioned Green Beans with Bacon use either fresh long beans or frozen.

Sometimes people add bacon and parmesan to there side dishes! I add it to my main dish.

Yup, I like to make these “Green Beans with Bacon and Parmesan Cheese” for dinner pretty often. 

However, of course this recipe can be served as a side to just about any meal. Think Christmas and Thanksgiving type gatherings. Who would not want a scoop of this?

Everything you see here is fried together in one pan making it a breeze to prepare. It doesn’t get any easier, tastier than this.

Sometimes, I like to bake some fish sticks in the oven as they go along pretty well with these beans and bacon. 

Absolutely delicious!

You have three options when it comes to cooking these beans, you can bake them, fry them or steam them. I fried mine for this recipe, as I like to use the bacon pan to help the beans pick up even more flavor.

If you are on a diet steaming them would be best. 

If you end up giving it a try I would love to hear what you think of it in the comments below. This super satisfying recipe is sure to hit the spot tonight! You can always skip the chicken and make this a vegan dish. I hope you give it a try, Bon Appetit!

MEAL PREP IDEA: Make enough to create a few meal preps bowls for the week ahead!  This recipe feeds four, so if your wanting more? Simply adjust the recipe above with my simple recipe adjuster.

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More Christmas & Thanksgiving recipes you may like:

See below for more inspiration!

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Date Night, Dinner ideas, New Year's, Quick and easy recipes, Seafood

Best Pan Seared Scallops with Bacon

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These sweet and succulent Pan Seared Scallops are made  with the addition of Bacon are sure to make for a memorable meal. 

With Valentine’s day right around the corner, this recipe will come as a surprise to anyone who has the chance to dine with you. 

This recipe is not only super simple to make it’s also quick because it can be served in less than 30 minutes. 

All you will need is half a pack of bacon, butter, garlic, parsley along with salt and pepper. 

Plus if you make this at home, you can make more than you would ever be served dining out on of the busiest days of the year = Valentines day. 

HOW LONG TO SEAR SCALLOPS

You do not want to over cook scallops as they will not be as soft and become rubbery. So the rule of thumb is 1 1/2 mins on each side. You want them translucent in the center yet slightly browned on the outside!

This recipe can be done with just one skillet and enjoyed for have the price of what you would be charged in the restaurants.

Serve with my suggested side below “Shredded Brussel Sprouts“ and you have yourself a romantic dinner for two. 

While some people opt for Steak  or Lobster, why not try something a bit different this time around? They are such a good choice and are sure to impress just the same. 

Plus you would never get this many scallops at the restaurants anyway. So go all out that is what home cooking is all about right?

These scallops are defiantly good on their own, however if you wanting a meal then your going to want to pair it with something.

Plus if you choose to do as I have, and serve them with shredded brussel sprouts then you will only need one pack of bacon for this entire recipe.

So follow along and you can have this whole dinner on the table in under 1 hour, or if your just doing the scallops 20 minutes.

Start by saute the bacon, till near krispy, remove and set aside.

Dry the scallops then season with salt and pepper

Place in the frying pan and saute with a little red pepper flakes on each side for 5 minutes, flip.

Once the bacon and scallops have been cooked, set on a plate.

In the remaining bacon fat, add 1 tsp of butter, crushed garlic and parsley. Saute for 2 minutes till fragrant then add the cooked bacon back. 

Turn off the heat, and toss back in the cooked scallops. Are you drooling yet? 

 

The bacon fat sears the scallops to perfection!

Serve with my Shredded Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Looking for a side dish? Try my Shredded Brussel Sprouts with Bacon recipe here!

Looking for a Lobster recipe?  Try my Broiled Lobster Tails here!

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Christmas & Thanksgiving, Quick and easy recipes

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic

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These Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic are a family  favorite side dish.

The first time I made them was last Christmas and everyone was asking me for the recipe.

So here it is... BACON Brussels.

Since Christmas of last year, I have been making them almost monthly. 

I will serve them for super as opposed to just a side dish sometimes.

It is a great meal actually and a good way to eat tons of Brussel sprouts. 

HOW TO MAKE BRUSSLE SPROUTS WITH BACON AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR

  1. Start by washing and cutting the bad ends off the Brussel sprouts, then slice the sprouts directly in half and set aside.
  2. On a large cutting board, chop the bacon and add it to a large frying pan sauteing till cooked but not caramelized.
  3. Toss in the brussels sprouts and balsamic vinegar and saute till cooked how you’d like the vegetables.
  4. Lastly, season with salt and pepper.

Note: Be certain to purchase a good quality bacon, you don’t want a ton of fat in it.

However they work very very well as a side dish, think Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Not only are they super delicious their also very filling, because those little brussels are packed full of fiber.

So go ahead and indulge!

They don’t take that long to make either, I like to cook them directly on the stove top this way they pick up all the flavor from the cooked bacon.

Making this a true one pot dish, that anyone can prepare in less than 30 minutes.

Because you will be frying the sprouts in the leftover bacon fat, now don’t frown now.

My bacon gives off about 1 tbsp of fat, it’s that lean.

This step really enhances the flavor of the whole dish, so I recommend you give it try before you knock it.

However you can drain all the fat if desired, just be sure to still saute the brussels in the same pan as the bacon was cooked. I hope you enjoy!

Start by washing the Brussel Sprouts, cut off the rough ends then slice lengthwise and set aside. 

Once the bacon has cooked, but not caramelized add in the Brussel sprouts and seasonings. 

Add in the Red Wine Vinegar last and it’s ready to serve.

I tend to eat these for dinner frequently, however they really should be shared.

More Christmas & Thanksgiving recipes you may like:

See below for more inspiration!

Also check out my roundup of Thanksgiving & Christmas Recipes from around the World or my 10 delicious stuffing recipes for more inspiration!

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Appetizers & Sides, Salads

Bacon & Ranch Potato Salad

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Who likes Potato Salad? How about a Creamy Ranch and Bacon Potato salad? Well then this recipe is for you! 

Not to mention is super simple to make.

I like to make this recipe for when I am having company. 

Because it sure goes a long way and typically can feed anywhere from 8 -10 people.

If you are having more people, simply double it up! It’s always sure to be a hit, and doesn’t cost much to make.

We sent our fur friend out to find the freshest potatoes for this recipe and he sure didn’t fail us.

When he came back with a box full of them.

Unfortunately he is allergic to onions. so he had to pass on this recipe.

However he did snack on some of the bacon of course. 

To make the salad you will want to pre- cook the bacon and potatoes, once your bacon and potatoes have cooked and cooled down.

Then you will add in remaining ingredients and allow it to set by chilling in your fridge before serving. We hope you enjoy!

Note: If you are planning to leave the house and want to take you salad with you. You can keep it cold by placing your potato salad into a pre chilled container.

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