Brussels Sprout Leaves With Bacon

Recipe source: redbook

Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large saucepan.

Remove any torn or discolored outer leaves from the spouts and then trim and cut out cores.

Add sprouts to the boiling water and blanch for 3-5 minutes.

Drain and fince with cold water until cool enough to handle.

Separate sprouts into leaves and blot dry with paper towels.

In a skilled cook bacon over medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until crisp.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings.

Reduce heat to medium low and add sprout leaves , bacon pieces , thyme , salt and pepper.

Saute for 2-5 minutes , tossing gently or until heated through.

brussels sprouts, bacon, fresh thyme, kosher salt, pepper