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Brussels sprouts with bacon and almonds
This pan-fried dish would make a luscious component of Christmas dinner, or a weeknight main with a bit of grain or brown rice. Try, as a festive alternative, replacing the almonds with a tin of cooked chestnuts.
Ingredients
- 750g Brussels sprouts, trimmed
- 15g butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 75g smoked bacon, diced
- 15g almond flakes
- 175 ml double cream
- zest of ½ lemon, finely grated
- squeeze of lemon
- salt and pepper
Method
Prep time:
10 min
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Cooking time:
20 min
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Step 1
Cook sprouts in already boiling water until not quite cooked. Drain and pat dry with a towel.
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Step 2
Heat the butter and oil in a wide frying pan or wok. Add bacon and almonds and sauté until lightly brown.
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Step 3
Add sprouts and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring. Draw off the heat and allow to cool for a few seconds before adding the cream and zest.
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Step 4
Return to the heat and stirring frequently, cook for about 4 minutes to reduce to a thick sauce. Season, add the lemon and serve.
